Philadelphia To Be First Major U.S. City To Ban Minor Traffic Stops

The City Council has passed a driving equality bill that prohibits police from stopping drivers for minor traffic violations, such as expired licenses or items hanging from rearview mirrors. This legislation aims to address the issue of black drivers being disproportionately targeted in such stops. Mayor Jim Kenney is anticipated to sign the bill into law shortly.

What is the primary purpose of the driving equality bill passed by the City Council?

• To increase traffic fines

• To ban police from stopping drivers for minor violations

• To allow police more freedom in traffic stops

• To reduce the number of traffic lights

Which group is shown to be disproportionately affected by minor traffic stops?

• Commercial drivers

• Elderly drivers

• Teen drivers

• Black drivers

What is expected to happen with the driving equality bill after its passage by the City Council?

• It will be repealed

• It will be put to a public vote

• It will be sent to the federal government

• It will be signed by the Mayor