Georgia Enacts Landmark “Stop Super Speeders” Law; Governor Brian Kemp Signs SB 160 to Prevent Deadly Crashes

Georgia becomes fifth in the nation to adopt targeted, life-saving technology for high-risk, speeding drivers

Atlanta, Georgia — Today, Governor Brian Kemp signed Senate Bill 160, known as the “Stop Super Speeders” law, marking a major step forward in preventing traffic deaths and protecting communities across Georgia from the most dangerous drivers.

Georgia is now the fifth jurisdiction in the nation to pass Stop Super Speeders legislation, joining the District of Columbia, Virginia, Washington State, and Maryland. Thirteen additional states are advancing similar legislation this year, signaling growing national momentum to address extreme speeding.

“This legislation is the result of strong collaboration between the Senate, the House, and the Governor’s office, all working toward a shared goal of saving lives on Georgia’s roads,” said Senator Kay Kirkpatrick (R-32), sponsor of SB 160. “I am grateful to my colleagues in both chambers for their overwhelming, bipartisan support, and to Governor Kemp for recognizing the urgency of this issue and promptly signing this bill into law. I also want to recognize the Families for Safe Streets members who showed incredible courage in sharing their stories and reaching out to legislators across Georgia to say it is time to stop these super speeders. Their advocacy made this moment possible.

SB 160 is designed to address a critical gap in our system by focusing on repeat, high-risk speeding offenders It allows courts to require Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA) devices, which use location-based technology to prevent a vehicle from exceeding the posted speed limits. Instead of forfeiting their vehicle, drivers can opt to install ISA to ensure compliance while still making daily trips. This is a practical, targeted solution that prioritizes prevention and moves us towards safe roads across our state.”

Research shows that a small number of “super speeders” are responsible for a disproportionate share of deadly crashes. These drivers are significantly more likely than typical motorists to be involved in fatal collisions, and traditional enforcement methods—such as license suspension—have proven largely ineffective. Nationally, an estimated 75 percent of drivers with suspended licenses continue to drive.

SB 160 introduces a prevention-focused solution by allowing courts to require Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA) devices for the most dangerous offenders. These devices use location-based data and onboard sensors to prevent vehicles from exceeding posted speed limits, helping stop dangerous behavior before it leads to tragedy.

“I applaud Families for Safe Streets Georgia members who have turned their grief into action,” said Amy Cohen, Founder and President of Families for Safe Streets. “This momentum reflects a growing recognition that we have the tools to prevent these tragedies and a responsibility to use them. Georgia’s leadership brings us one step closer to safer streets for everyone.”

For families directly impacted by traffic violence, the passage of SB 160 is deeply personal.

“Last October, my daughter, Alexis Nicole Wallace, was just 30 years old when she was killed by a driver traveling at an extreme speed in a residential area near a school near Lithonia,” said Lula Wallace, Families for Safe Streets member. “This law is about making sure no vehicle can become a weapon on our streets. It is about protecting families before tragedy happens.”

Wallace will hold a memorial park bench dedication ceremony for her daughter, surrounded by Alexis' local community, on May 16th in Lithonia.

Advocates emphasize that the impact of dangerous speeding is felt across all communities in Georgia.

“This is not just a metro Atlanta issue,” said Katherine Cummings, a Families for Safe Streets member from Sandersville. “My husband was killed on a rural road in 2018, and our family lives with that loss every day. This law helps close a gap in how we prevent crashes, no matter where you live in Georgia.”

Local partner organizations also highlighted the broader public safety benefits of the law.

“SB 160 is a meaningful step toward safer streets across Georgia,” said Rebecca Serna of Propel ATL or Kysha Hehn from [title] Atlanta Families for Safe Streets. “By focusing on the most dangerous drivers and using proven technology to prevent extreme speeding, this law prioritizes prevention and protects everyone who uses our roads.”

The law allows courts to require ISA devices for qualifying offenders, with installation costs estimated at approximately $100 and minimal daily fees, making it an accessible and enforceable intervention.

Families for Safe Streets and its partners will continue working alongside lawmakers, advocates, and communities to expand Stop Super Speeders legislation nationwide and ensure effective implementation in Georgia.

** Crash victims and survivors from Georgia are available for interviews.**

About Families for Safe Streets
Families for Safe Streets is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to ending traffic violence by supporting victims’ families, educating communities, and advocating for safe streets policies that save lives. 

Learn more at https://www.familiesforsafestreets.org/stop-super-speeders