Maryland Governor ~ Robert L. Ehrlich, Jr. ~ 2005 State of the State Speech
Maryland Governor ~ Robert L. Ehrlich, Jr. ~ 2005 State of the State Speech: "First, I want to prevent drug and alcohol-related accidents by encouraging young drivers to exercise better judgment and greater responsibility behind the wheel.
Of the 651 people killed on Maryland highways in 2003, 106 were 21 years old or younger. Most accidents involving young drivers are attributable to three factors: inexperience, inattention, and impairment.
My friend Debi Hardy is with us today. She has educated young people about the dangers of drunk driving ever since her daughter, 13-year-old Janet Marie, was killed in October 2003. I commend her courage, commitment, and leadership.
Accordingly, I have introduce a three point legislative package that will lengthen the period for learner’s permits from four to six months, mandate a 90-day suspensions for violations of provisional license restrictions, and revoke the license of drunk and drugged drivers under the age of 21.
The worse kind of tragedy is that which can be easily avoided. We want young people to exercise good judgment, while reminding them that bad judgment brings consequences."
- posted by Jim @ 6:17 AM