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Critics say the technology is imperfect and intrusive and will leave motorists stranded and subject them to unconstitutional snooping, among other problems. At least a dozen Republicans back Mr. Massie’s effort to defund the mandate, which became law with little fanfare or notice but has been quietly under development for years.
Many lawmakers were unaware of the mandate, which was tucked into the 2,700-page, $1.2 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act that passed with bipartisan support and signed by President Biden in November 2021. It’s been tested by a group of drivers in Massachusetts and is still under development, according to the DADSS Research Program website.
Eventually, it will be expanded to detect and shut down cars not only for drunk driving but for other potentially hazardous situations such as distracted driving and fatigue.