Slow Down Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (22 Jul 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
What this bill does
H.R. 9852, the "Slow Down Act," would amend federal law concerning state highway safety programs. Specifically, it proposes adding a new requirement for states to establish and implement "Stop Super Speeders" programs. These programs would mandate the installation and use of technology in vehicles that automatically prevents them from exceeding the speed limit. This technology would be for individuals with a history of repeated or serious speeding violations.
The bill's provisions would affect drivers who have accumulated multiple or severe speeding offenses. It also impacts state transportation departments responsible for implementing and overseeing highway safety programs. The legislation aims to address repeated and severe speeding violations by requiring specific technological interventions in affected vehicles, with penalties for non-compliance.
This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on July 22, 2026, by Representative Valerie Foushee and has been referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. As of its introduction, no further action has been taken. If passed by the House, it would then proceed to the Senate for consideration.
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Timeline
22 Jul 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 9852 do?
- H.R. 9852, the "Slow Down Act," would amend federal law concerning state highway safety programs. Specifically, it proposes adding a new requirement for states to establish and implement "Stop Super Speeders" programs. These programs would mandate the installation and use of technology in vehicles that automatically prevents them from exceeding the speed limit. This technology would be for individuals with a history of repeated or serious speeding violations. The bill's provisions would affect drivers who have accumulated multiple or severe speeding offenses. It also impacts state transportation departments responsible for implementing and overseeing highway safety programs. The legislation aims to address repeated and severe speeding violations by requiring specific technological interventions in affected vehicles, with penalties for non-compliance. This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on July 22, 2026, by Representative Valerie Foushee and has been referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. As of its introduction, no further action has been taken. If passed by the House, it would then proceed to the Senate for consideration.
- Has H.R. 9852 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 9852. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 9852?
- H.R. 9852 was sponsored by Rep. Foushee, Valerie P. [D-NC-4] (D-NC), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 9852?
- Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. (22 Jul 2026).
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