How One Anti-Gov't Republican Signed onto a Street Safety Bill to Rein in Reckless Drivers - Streetsblog New York City
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State Senator Anthony Palumbo initially opposed the 'Stop Super Speeders' bill, which mandates speed-limiting devices for habitual speed offenders. His concerns revolved around emergency situations and government overreach. However, following discussions and broader legislative support, Palumbo quickly shifted his stance, indicating a potential complexity in his views on traffic enforcement. The bill gained traction partly due to a tragic incident in Brooklyn, sparking condemnation from some lawmakers who find the proposed penalties excessive or unnecessary. The issue remains contentious, balancing individual liberties against public safety.
I don't like that. There could be emergency situations [when you need] to go over the speed limit - a domestic violence situation, someone's coming after you, or whatever it may be.
As a former prosecutor who handled a million aggravated unlicensed operation [prosecutions], ultimately what you do is just suspend their license.
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