Resolution supporting California State Assembly Bill No. 2276, introduced by Assembly Member Esmeralda Soria, which will establish a statewide pilot program requiring the installation of Active Intelligent Speed Assistance devices for drivers convicted of severe speeding-related offenses.

This resolution expresses the Board of Supervisors' support for California State Assembly Bill No. 2276 (AB 2276), also known as the "Stop Super Speeders Act." This proposed legislation aims to establish a statewide pilot program requiring drivers convicted of severe speeding offenses to install Active Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA) devices in their vehicles. The bill is a response to the ongoing issue of traffic fatalities, with a significant portion being speeding-related, and the perceived inadequacy of current penalties like fines and license suspensions. AB 2276 would mandate ISA installation for offenses such as reckless driving and speeding over 100 mph, with installation terms varying based on the severity and number of prior offenses. The bill also includes provisions for an income-based fee structure to assist low-income drivers and establishes a pilot program that would run until January 1, 2034. The Board urges the California State Legislature and Governor to enact this bill.