Bill96th CongressFiled Jun 11, 1980Transportation and Public Works
S. 2816
A bill to amend Section 402 of title 23, United States Code, relating to highway safety programs, to require the establishment of a comprehensive alcohol-traffic safety program in each state aimed at discouraging driving while under the influence of alcohol.
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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Jun 11, 1980)
Amends the highway safety programs uniform standards to include: (1) effective alcohol safety programs; and (2) criminal penalties to deter motorists from driving while under the influence of alcohol.
What just happenedJun 11, 1980
Referred to Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Who’s behind it
Sen. Pell, Claiborne [D-RI](D-RI)Sponsor
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