This week on In Focus, state Sen. Chris Ryan and Niagara County Sheriff Michael Filicetti highlight the importance of deadly driving legislation.
Ryan shares his experience as chair of the New York State Conference of Mayors.Ryan discusses the committee’s focus on funding and legislation to enhance city safety, particularly the Deadly Driving Bill. He explains how the bill aims to address impaired driving due to illegal substances and has received positive feedback from mayors. Ryan also talks about other key issues, which include road maintenance, safe water infrastructure, and staffing, with a bill to raise the salary threshold to $35,000.
Filicetti emphasizes its role in closing loopholes that hinder law enforcement’s ability to arrest drug-impaired drivers. He highlights the bill’s potential to eliminate the need for a specific list of drugs, allowing deputies to arrest drivers impaired by any substance…