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Prohibits the use of digital license plate frames
In Assembly Committee · Transportation · Sponsor Michael G. Miller
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BILL NUMBER:S7995
Title of bill
An act to amend the vehicle and traffic law, in relation to prohibiting the use of digital license plate frames
Purpose or general idea of bill
To eliminate a potentially dangerous distraction while driving, this bill seeks to prohibit the use of digital license plate frames.
Summary of specific provisions
This legislation adds a new article, 397-C to the vehicle and traffic law.
Justification
Digital license plate frames come in a variety of types and styles, yet share several common features. Generally, these frames are designed to display scrolling or flashing messages programmed through a remote control. The most common design uses Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) to display the selected message near the license plate.
Depending on the type, the driver may he able to program their digital frame from within the vehicle while driving. Just as with the use of mobile phones while driving, programming digital license plate frames while operating a motor vehicle presents a hazard to everybody on the road.
Regardless of the type, digital license plate frames distract other motorists from driving.
Prohibiting the use of these frames will eliminate one of the many sources of driver distraction, making our roads safer.
Prior legislative history
This is a new bill.
Fiscal implications
None to the state.
Effective date
This act shall take effect on the one hundred eightieth day after it shall have become a law.
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