Posted On: December 1, 2005, 5:47 pm CST

Posted By: Cody Stott

This bill is not as glorious as you think it is. I am 19 years old, and when my grandfather stopped paying his insurance policy that I was on, I had no idea. I was pulled over for a little speeding ticket, and I recieved a no insurance ticket also. The no insurance ticket was very expensive ($325). It is very difficult and expensive for someone of my age to obtain insurance for themselves when their parents and guardians fail to take responsibility. I was pulled over almost a year and a half ago for this in my instance. I am still paying fees that are surcharged by DPS for my offense. The bill is a step in the right direction, but I think that the punishment is a little stiff and severe. I have to pay $260 for three years (in addition to my ticket) for my grandfather not renewing his policy. I am a young adult who has had the same job for two years, holds down two jobs, and goes to college. This bill should not target people that were in my situtation who could not pay for insurance. When I got my first car, a drunk driver with no insurance hit me. That's who the bill should target. I have never caused an accident. Send me your comments, because obviously you are in favor of this insult to Texas drivers.