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HB 312 Kentucky House · 2025 Regular Session

AN ACT relating to motor vehicle racing.

HB 312 increases penalties for unauthorized motor vehicle racing violations under KRS 189.505. For a first offense, fines jump to $1,000 (up from $60-$200), and repeat offenders face $2,000 fines. The bill also mandates that vehicles used in violations be impounded for at least six months on second or subsequent offenses. This directly affects drivers participating in illegal street racing or speed contests, with the primary changes being significantly higher fines and vehicle confiscation.
Issues: ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeIncreases penalties for street racing violations with higher fines and vehicle impoundment, strengthening punitive measures rather than advancing criminal justice reform.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill increases penalties for illegal racing to enhance road safety, directly strengthening transportation safety regulations under motor vehicle policies.90% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 4, 2025 Last action Feb 7, 2025
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Feb 7, 2025
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Feb 4, 2025
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Feb 4, 2025
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