NH Proposes Enhanced Enforcement Zones for Speeding

In New Hampshire, a proposed law aims to deter speeding by designating major highways as 'enhanced enforcement zones,' raising speeding fines by 50% for those exceeding limits by over 15 mph. Sponsored by Representative Stephen Pearson, the bill seeks to improve road safety and fund law enforcement through increased penalties. Meanwhile, New Zealand's Transport Minister Chris Bishop plans to reverse previous speed limit reductions on 38 state highway sections, despite community concerns about increased safety risks. The Green Party's Julie Anne Genter argues that increasing speed limits on rural highways contradicts road safety evidence, potentially leading to more serious incidents. Both regions highlight ongoing debates about balancing speed regulations with public safety and enforcement funding.