Summary
House Republicans attempted to stop the enforcement of a rule requiring 'kill switch' technology in cars, which could track driver behavior and detect impairment. An amendment to block this mandate was introduced by Representative Thomas Massie but did not pass, with a vote of 164 in favor and 268 against. The technology is part of a law requiring the Department of Transportation to develop impaired-driving prevention systems.
Key Facts
- House Republicans tried to block legislation requiring vehicle 'kill switch' technology.
- This technology can monitor driver behavior and detect impaired driving.
- Representative Thomas Massie proposed an amendment to prevent enforcing this mandate.
- The vote on Massie's amendment was 164 in favor and 268 against.
- The rule for the technology is part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.
- The amendment sought to stop federal funds from being used to enforce the mandate.
