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Utah Senate approves HB9 on aggressive driving after extended debate over unmarked vehicles
Summary
After extended debate about the use and definition of unmarked law‑enforcement vehicles, the Utah Senate approved House Bill 9 (aggressive driving provisions) 17–11–1. Supporters said the unmarked-vehicle language is a targeted enforcement tool for drivers 21 mph or more over the limit; opponents called it intrusive and urged more traditional enforcement.
The Utah Senate passed House Bill 9 on Feb. 7 after a prolonged floor debate focused on provisions authorizing the use of unmarked law‑enforcement vehicles in coordinated operations against aggressive drivers.
HB9 retained reckless‑driving provisions but drew most attention for language enabling highway patrol officers to…
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