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2010 SESSION

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HB 783 Wireless telecommunications devices; prohibits talking on such device unless in hands-free mode.

Introduced by: James M. LeMunyon | all patrons    ...    notes | add to my profiles

SUMMARY AS INTRODUCED:

Wireless telecommunications devices in motor vehicles.  Extends prohibition on use of wireless telecommunications devices in motor vehicles to talking on such device, unless the device is configured for hands-free operation and is being used in the hands-free mode. Further provides that any violation found to be a contributing factor in an accident shall be punishable as a Class 3 misdemeanor.

FULL TEXT

• 01/12/10  House: Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/13/10 10103114D  pdf

HISTORY

• 01/12/10  House: Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/13/10 10103114D
• 01/12/10  House: Referred to Committee on Militia, Police and Public Safety
• 01/19/10  House: Assigned MPPS sub: #2
• 01/21/10  House: Subcommittee recommends laying on the table by voice vote
• 02/16/10  House: Left in Militia, Police and Public Safety