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SB 266 would lengthen suspensions for reckless young drivers and require in‑person driver program after repeated offenses
Summary
Sen. Mark McConkie’s SB 266 (introduced by staff) would increase maximum suspensions for youth operator license violations including a mandatory 90‑day suspension for youth drivers clocked more than 30 mph over the limit and require an in‑person driver‑attitude program for repeat offenders, proponents said.
Senate Bill 266, presented to the Senate Transportation Committee by staff for Sen. Mark McConkie, would increase the maximum suspension length for youth operator licenses (drivers under 18) for first, second and third offenses and require additional remedial measures for repeat offenders.
Deputy Chief of Staff Grant Bossi summarized the sponsor’s intent: impose stiffer consequences to deter reckless driving by inexperienced drivers and require participation in an in‑person driver attitude program for a third offense. Bossi said the bill would impose a mandatory 90‑day suspension for a youth operator clocked 30 miles per hour or more above the posted limit, and accompany that suspension with the in‑person program requirement.
Bossi argued the combination of longer suspensions and mandatory education would keep reckless drivers off the road longer and prompt stronger caution among young drivers. The committee took informational testimony and did not hold additional witnesses at the hearing. No vote occurred during the session.
