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The early 2000s were focused on the hard-fought battle to get .08 BAC passed in all 50 states. As a result of MADD’s perseverance, persistence and heart for victims, .08 finally passes in all 50...

President Bill Clinton signs Federal law lowering the legal drunk driving limit to .08% BAC, Oct. 23, 2000

During the second half of the 90s, MADD focuses on building underage drinking prevention efforts and programs. MADD convenes two National Youth Summits in 1996 and again in 2000 bringing youth from across the country...

In 1995, Zero Tolerance passes into Federal law making it illegal for anyone under 21 to drive with any measurable amount of alcohol. By 1998, Zero Tolerance is passed in all 50 states.