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Bristow Measure to Crack Down on Drivers Who Flee Scene of Accident Signed Into Law

Sep 4, 2019 | Bristow

ALTON, Ill. – Legislation sponsored by State Rep. Monica Bristow, D-Alton, was recently signed into law increasing the penalties for intoxicated or distracted drivers who dangerously flee the scene of a car accident.“Fleeing the scene of any accident not only...

Slaughter Backs Scott’s Law to Protect Emergency Workers on Illinois Roads

Jun 10, 2019 | Slaughter

SPRINGFIELD – In response to the recent deaths of state troopers near their parked emergency vehicles, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, recently supported a measure to protect emergency workers from reckless driving when they are engaged in roadside stops.“For...

State Rep. Barbara Hernandez Fighting for Emergency Vehicle Safety Laws Following Trooper Deaths

May 24, 2019 | Hernandez B

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In the wake of two state trooper deaths, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is backing a bill that would protect law enforcement professionals by combatting careless driving near stopped emergency vehicles.“Troopers Brooke Jones-Story and...

Moylan Supports Bill Protecting Pedestrians

May 2, 2019 | Moylan

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Marty Moylan, D-Des Plaines, is sponsoring legislation requiring a study of traffic conditions following the death of a pedestrian.“With the rise of distracted driving, we must ensure our roadways protect pedestrians,” Moylan said. “We...