H 1709
An Act known as "Drug Test Consent Bill" aka "Christina's Law"
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Bill overview
This bill, known as "Christina’s Law," aims to increase penalties for operating a motor vehicle under the influence of drugs. Specifically, it mandates that individuals arrested for driving under the influence of drugs must provide a blood or urine sample for drug testing. The bill also establishes a minimum penalty of imprisonment for offenses involving drugs, regardless of the presence of alcohol.
Key provisions
- Requires drug testing for individuals arrested for driving under the influence of drugs.
- Mandates a minimum imprisonment term for drug-related DUI offenses.
- Addresses penalties for operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- Establishes a framework for drug testing in DUI cases.
- Relates to the penalty for operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Who is affected
- Motor Vehicle Operators
- Individuals Arrested for DUI
- Law Enforcement
- Judiciary
- Potential Criminal Defendants
Notable changes
- Increases penalties for driving under the influence of drugs.
- Requires mandatory drug testing in DUI cases.
- Establishes a minimum imprisonment term for drug-related DUI offenses.
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Primary sponsor
Colleen M. Garry
Cosponsor
Colleen M. Garry
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Bill H.1709 194th (Current)
An Act known as "Drug Test Consent Bill" aka "Christina's Law"
By Representative Garry of Dracut, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1709) of Colleen M. Garry relative to the penalty for operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The Judiciary.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Colleen M. Garry
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.1709
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on The Judiciary |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 9/3/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2025 from 1:00PM-5:00 PM in A-2 and virtual |
| 10/20/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| House | Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order | |
| 3/26/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27) |
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