Bill
HD 4949
Overview: HD 4949, An Act relative to navigation applications and the protection of local roadways and public safety response, Referred to the committee on House Rules, Introduced:
Overview: HD 4949, An Act relative to navigation applications and the protection of local roadways and public safety response, Referred to the committee on House Rules, Introduced: July 28, 2025
Purpose and Intent: This proposed bill aims to address the impact of navigation applications on local roadways and public safety response. The legislation seeks to balance the benefits of these technologies with the need to protect communities from unintended consequences.
Key Provisions:
- Requires navigation app providers to establish a process for local governments to request the removal or rerouting of specific roads from their platforms
- Mandates that navigation apps display prominent warnings when directing drivers onto roads not suitable for through-traffic
- Establishes a task force to study the impacts of navigation apps on local infrastructure, emergency response times, and community safety
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Local governments, who will have a mechanism to manage the use of navigation apps in their communities
- Navigation app providers, who will need to adapt their platforms to comply with the new requirements
- Drivers, who will receive more information and guidance on the suitability of roads for their journeys
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The proposed bill has been referred to the House Rules committee for initial consideration. If approved by the committee, it would then move to the full House for further debate and potential amendments before a final vote.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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