An act relating to driving while ability impaired

This bill proposes creating a new civil violation for driving with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) between 0.06 and 0.079, distinct from existing DUI laws that begin at 0.08 BAC. It would apply to drivers whose BAC falls in this range, subjecting them to a civil penalty of up to $500 and license suspension (similar to DUI penalties) but without creating a criminal record. The bill amends Vermont law to define "impaired by alcohol" as BAC 0.06-0.079 under Section 1201(a)(4), separating this offense from criminal DUI charges. This change aims to address lower-level impairment without triggering criminal consequences. The bill is currently pending in the Judiciary Committee.