State Rep. Kathleen C. Tomlinson | Pennsylvania 18th Legislative District
State Rep. Kathleen C. Tomlinson | Pennsylvania 18th Legislative District
Rep. K.C. Tomlinson (R-Bucks) announced today that her legislation to increase penalties for individuals convicted of street racing passed the House by a 177-25 vote.
House Bill 2266 proposes increasing the current fine for street racing from $250 to $2,000 per violation. For a second violation, the driver’s vehicle would be confiscated to prevent its use in future street races. The bill also holds organizers of street racing events accountable, updating the existing penalties outlined in Title 75.
“I am thrilled to see House Bill 2266 pass the House,” said Tomlinson. “The safety of my constituents is always my top priority. When I learned that in my district alone we’ve had over 40 incidents in the last year and a half, I knew this was something we needed to address. Adults, children and law enforcement have been hurt or even killed at these events. By increasing the penalties for those convicted of street racing, we will keep both our streets and law enforcement safe.”
House Bill 2266 now moves to the Senate for concurrence.
Representative K.C. Tomlinson
18th Legislative District
Pennsylvania House of Representatives
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