2013 House Bill 4792

Increase penalties for harming vulnerable roadway user

Introduced in the House

May 30, 2013

Introduced by Rep. David Nathan (D-8)

To specify that reckless driving causing death to a “vulnerable roadway user” (a pedestrian or person using a non-motorized device like a bicycle or skateboard) would be punishable by up to 15 years in prison.

Referred to the Committee on Criminal Justice

Oct. 16, 2013

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.