Teen Drivers
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
August 16, 2007 Dave Druker: 217-782-5984Beth Kaufman: 312-814-83
Legislation To Give Parents Online Access to Teen Driving Records
Signed Into LawLegislation initiated by Illinois Secretary of State
Jesse White that will allow parents or guardians access to the driving
records of their teenagers via the Internet was signed into law by the
governor today.Under the new law (Public Act 95-0201), sponsored by
Rep. John D'Amico (D-Chicago) and Sen. John Cullerton (D-Chicago),
parents and guardians can view their teenagers' driving records for
free online. Parents will be able to access the youth's record until
he or she turns 18 years old. The law goes into effect January 1,
2008."By giving adults access to these driving records, we are giving
them a tool to keep them more involved in their teenagers' driving
patterns as they proceed through the Graduated Driver Licensing
program," White said. "I would like to thank Governor Blagojevich and
the General Assembly for approving this legislation." A successful
Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) program increases driving privileges
for safe and responsible drivers in a gradual fashion, while
simultaneously identifying those drivers who display dangerous or
reckless driving habits. Safe teen drivers will gradually see their
driving restrictions ease as they move from one stage to the next
under GDL. Parental involvement is a critical component of any
successful GDL program.Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of
death for people age 15 to 20. Several recent studies concluded
comprehensive GDL programs reduce teen traffic fatalities.White has
also initiated new legislation (SB 172) that would strengthen
Illinois' GDL program and enhance the safety of young, novice drivers.
The bill, which is also awaiting the governor's signature, gives teens
more time to obtain valuable driving experience while under the
watchful eye of a parent or guardian, limits in-car distractions, and
requires the teens to earn their way from one stage to the next by
avoiding traffic convictions.
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