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2006 SESSION

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HB 715 Cellular telephones; prohibits use while driving.

Introduced by: Michele B. McQuigg | all patrons    ...    notes | add to my profiles

SUMMARY AS INTRODUCED:

Use of certain wireless communication devices by operators of motor vehicles; fine. Provides that, except in certain emergency situations, the operator of a moving motor vehicle is prohibited from using any wireless communication device unless the device is equipped for hands-free communication and is being used as such. A driver may not be fined more than $50 for violating this section.

FULL TEXT

• 01/10/06  House: Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/11/06 063619412  pdf | impact statement

HISTORY

• 01/10/06  House: Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/11/06 063619412
• 01/10/06  House: Referred to Committee on Transportation
• 01/19/06  House: Referred from Transportation by voice vote
• 01/19/06  House: Referred to Committee on Militia, Police and Public Safety
• 02/15/06  House: Left in Militia, Police and Public Safety