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Connecticut House Bill HB05179

Connecticut 2017 Regular Session

Connecticut House Bill HB05179

Introduced
1/4/17  
Refer
1/4/17  

Caption

An Act Concerning The Length Of Reports Of Motor Vehicle Accidents.

Impact

If enacted, HB05179 would directly impact the administrative processes related to motor vehicle accident investigations by mandating a shorter standard form. This change is expected to ease reporting burdens on law enforcement by reducing the amount of paperwork they are required to complete following an accident. By limiting the report size, the bill aims to allow quicker turnaround times in accident investigations and reduce the time spent on form completion, thereby enhancing overall operational efficiency in the transportation sector.

Summary

House Bill 05179 aims to amend existing regulations regarding the length of reports for motor vehicle accidents. Introduced by Representative Zupkus, the bill proposes a limitation on the uniform investigation form used to document accidents, restricting it to two pages in length. The intention behind this legislation is to streamline the reporting process, which proponents argue will help reduce the workload for police officers and minimize associated expenses. In essence, the bill attempts to create a more efficient reporting system, allowing agencies to focus on crucial aspects of accident investigations rather than bureaucratic paperwork.

Contention

While the bill’s proponents argue for the benefits of reducing paperwork and costs associated with motor vehicle accident reporting, there may be concerns regarding the adequacy of information collected in these shorter reports. Law enforcement agencies and advocacy groups might fear that limiting the report to two pages could lead to insufficient documentation of accidents, potentially complicating future legal proceedings or insurance claims. Therefore, discussions around this bill could involve weighing the efficiency of reporting against the necessity for thorough documentation in the interest of public safety and legal accountability.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CT HB05042

An Act Concerning The Sales Price Threshold Of Motor Vehicles Subject To A Higher Sales And Use Taxes Rate.

CT SB00044

An Act Concerning The Cost Of Motor Vehicle Registration.

CT HB05172

An Act Concerning The Assessment Of Motor Vehicles For Property Taxation.

CT HB05327

An Act Revising Motor Vehicle Statutes Concerning Towing Occupied Vehicles And The Operation And Inspection Of School Buses.

CT SB00183

An Act Implementing The Recommendations Of The Department Of Motor Vehicles And Concerning Low-speed Vehicles, The Towing Of Occupied Vehicles, School Buses, Electric Commercial Vehicles, The Passenger Registration Of Pick-up Trucks And Removable Windshield Placards For Persons Who Are Blind And Persons With Disabilities.

CT HB05018

An Act Concerning The Property Tax Credit For Motor Vehicles.

CT SB00184

An Act Concerning The Renting Or Leasing Of Passenger Motor Vehicles.

CT SB00115

An Act Concerning Funding For The Town Of Windham And The Motor Vehicle Tax Grant.

CT HB05490

An Act Concerning The Sales And Use Taxes On Ambulance-type Motor Vehicles And Ambulances.

CT HB05064

An Act Concerning The Sales Price Threshold Of Motor Vehicles Subject To A Higher Sales And Use Taxes Rate.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.