S1182
An Act promoting equity in traffic stops
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Bill overview
This bill, S.1182, aims to improve equity in traffic stops by focusing on the evidence obtained during these stops. Specifically, it seeks to regulate how evidence is handled and examined to ensure fairness and transparency. The bill was referred to the Senate Committee on The Judiciary and subsequently the Senate Ways and Means committee. It is part of a series of similar bills addressing police practices and evidence handling.
Key provisions
- Addresses evidence obtained during traffic stops.
- Seeks to regulate the examination of evidence related to traffic stops.
- Aims to promote fairness and transparency in the handling of evidence.
- Referenced to the Senate Committee on The Judiciary and Senate Ways and Means committee.
Who is affected
- Law enforcement officers
- Individuals subject to traffic stops
- The legal system
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Bill S.1182 194th (Current)
An Act promoting equity in traffic stops
By Ms. Miranda, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1182) of Liz Miranda for legislation relative to evidence obtained during a traffic stop. The Judiciary.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Liz Miranda Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.1182
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on The Judiciary |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 5/29/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 10/20/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-09:00 PM in A-2 |
| 2/5/2026 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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