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S 6157

Relates to establishing a statewide multi-agency integrated data system for certain violations relating to motor vehicle registration and use

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Andrew Gounardes

S 6157 - Establishing a Statewide Integrated Data System for Motor Vehicle Violations OverviewBill Number: S 6157 Title: Relates to establishing a statewide multi-agency integrate

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Bill Summary · S 6157

S 6157 - Establishing a Statewide Integrated Data System for Motor Vehicle Violations

Overview

Bill Number: S 6157
Title: Relates to establishing a statewide multi-agency integrated data system for certain violations relating to motor vehicle registration and use
Status: REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION
Introduced: March 05, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The primary goal of this bill is to create a comprehensive, statewide data system that consolidates information on various motor vehicle-related violations. This system would integrate data from multiple state and local agencies, enabling more effective enforcement and monitoring of issues like unregistered vehicles, unpaid fines, and insurance lapses.

Key Provisions

  • Establishes a centralized, multi-agency database to track the following motor vehicle violations:
    • Failure to register a vehicle
    • Failure to maintain required auto insurance
    • Unpaid fines or fees related to vehicle registration or use
  • Requires state and local law enforcement, the Department of Motor Vehicles, and other relevant agencies to contribute data to the system
  • Grants the Department of Motor Vehicles authority to suspend vehicle registrations for individuals with outstanding violations in the database
  • Mandates the development of data-sharing protocols and security measures to protect personal information

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Drivers and vehicle owners would be required to maintain proper registration and insurance to avoid penalties
  • State and local law enforcement would have access to a comprehensive database to identify and address motor vehicle violations
  • The Department of Motor Vehicles would take on additional responsibilities for managing the integrated data system and enforcing compliance

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

The bill has been referred to the Senate Transportation Committee for further consideration. If passed by the committee and the full Senate, it would then move to the Assembly for review and potential enactment. The proposed effective date for the new data system is January 1, 2026, allowing time for the necessary technological and administrative infrastructure to be developed.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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