State senators in New York have voted to require blood-alcohol tests of all drivers following serious accidents.
The Senate passed the legislation on Monday. It would mandate that police test the alcohol levels of all drivers following accidents in which someone is seriously injured or killed.
Currently, police may only test a person’s blood-alcohol level if they suspect they are over the legal limit for alcohol.
The bill’s sponsor, Republican Sen. Joseph Robach of Rochester, says it would make it easier to bring intoxicated drivers to justice.
The bill now moves to the Assembly.
Copyright 2025 Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
Was this article valuable?
Here are more articles you may enjoy.
Hermès Heir Sues Arnault and LVMH in $16 Billion Suit Over Lost Shares 
Abbott Presses Congress for Shield Over Preemie Baby Formula Litigation That Could Cost It Billions 
Toyota Unveils Concept LFA Supercar, and It’s Fully Electric 
Florida And East Coast Will See Big Losses From More Cat 5 Storms, Researchers Say 
Want to stay up to date?
Get the latest insurance news
sent straight to your inbox.