HB 4538: Regarding fines in DOH work zones
HB 4538 status: Introduced — Chapter 198, Acts, Regular Session, 2026 (updated Jun 29, 2026).
What this bill does
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Bill summary
OfficialLawmakers are currently debating a bill that would change how much you get fined for speeding in road construction zones. It hasn't become a law yet; it is still being discussed in the House.
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Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- No direct environmental impact identified
Risks
- No direct environmental impact identified
Economy
Benefits
- Potential for increased safety-related revenue collection
Risks
- Increased financial burden on individual motorists
Society
Benefits
- Potential to deter speeding in hazardous work zones
- Enhanced protection for construction workers
Risks
- Increased punitive measures for driving offenses
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Analysis status
OpenStates summary
Potential for enforcement disparity in high-traffic work zones
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Where it stands
Introduced
CurrentChapter 198, Acts, Regular Session, 2026
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