Maryland lawmakers consider bills targeting speeding, reckless drivers
Maryland considers bills to limit speeding & reckless drivers
A Montgomery County police sergeant who lost both legs while trying to stop a speeding driver three years ago is now back on the job and pushing lawmakers to act. He’s urging Maryland to adopt new technology the MVA could require in certain vehicles to help stop aggressive drivers and prevent similar crashes.
ANNAPOLIS, Md. - Maryland lawmakers are considering new bills to crack down on speeding and reckless driving, and a Montgomery County police sergeant who lost both lower legs in a high‑speed crash will be in Annapolis on Thursday to support the effort.
What we know:
FOX 5’s Stephanie Ramirez says that Sgt. Patrick Kepp was severely injured in 2023 while trying to stop a 19‑year‑old unlicensed driver who reached speeds of up to 160 mph on I‑270 near Gaithersburg. Since then, Kepp has pushed for tougher measures targeting dangerous drivers and street racers.
He and other supporters testified last year for a pilot program, but the House and Senate bills stalled.
Maryland lawmakers consider bills targeting speeding, reckless drivers
The legislation would create an Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA) System Pilot Program. Drivers with suspended or revoked licenses tied to speeding or reckless driving would be required to install ISA technology in their vehicles. The systems, which can also use GPS or cameras, identify the posted speed limit and prevent the car from going above it.
D.C. and Virginia already have ISA laws. Virginia’s version, taking effect in July 2026, applies to drivers convicted of exceeding 100 mph.
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The Source: Information in this article comes from previous FOX 5 reporting.