Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Need or No Need for Speed
Need or No Need For Speed
I have read an article about how the New Hampshire State House Transportation Committee would like to raise the speed limit. “The New Hampshire State House Transportation Committee on Tuesday heard on legislation that would make New Hampshire the first northeastern state to increase its maximum speed to 70 mph since the federal government ordered the state to drop its speed limits from 70 mph to 55 mph in 1974.” (http://www.thenewspaper.com/news/21/2179.asp)
The fines for going over the speed limit are as follows: “1-5 miles: $65. 6-10 miles: $100. 11-15 miles: $150. 16-20 miles: $250. 21-25 miles: $350. 26+ miles: Requires a court appearance.” (http://www.thenewspaper.com/news/21/2179.asp)
I think that the New Hampshire State House Transportation Committee should not increase the speed limit. Raising the speed limit will make drivers want to go faster. It would increase the amount and severity of accidents . Insurance rates would increase.
Do you think the New Hampshire State House Transportation Committee should raise the speed limit to 70 mph or not? Why or why not?