S2493Introduced in the Senate
Increases the penalties for reckless driving from a misdemeanor first offense to a felony, with a penalty of up to five years in prison and a fine of between one thousand dollars ($1,000) and five thousand dollars ($5,000).
Introduced by Leonidas Raptakis, District 33
What does this bill do?
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Official description
MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- MOTOR VEHICLE OFFENSES - Increases the penalties for reckless driving from a misdemeanor first offense to a felony, with a penalty of up to five years in prison and a fine of between one thousand dollars ($1,000) and five thousand dollars ($5,000).
Where it stands
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
April 9, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Senate Committee on Judiciary: Be held for further study · April 9, 2026
9
Yes
0
No
2
Absent or Not Voting
11 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
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| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Jacob Bissaillon | 1 | Absent |
| Ana Quezada | 2 | Yes |
| John Burke | 9 | Yes |
| Dawn Euer | 13 | Yes |
| Thomas Paolino | 17 | Absent |
| David Tikoian | 22 | Yes |
| Andrew Dimitri | 25 | Yes |
| Todd Patalano | 26 | Yes |
| Mark McKenney | 30 | Yes |
| Matthew LaMountain | 31 | Yes |
Bill history
Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/09/2026)
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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