Cellular telephones; prohibits use while driving. (HB233)
Introduced By
Del. Dwight Jones (D-Richmond)
Progress
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Introduced |
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Passed Committee |
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Passed House |
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Passed Senate |
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Signed by Governor |
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Became Law |
Description
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 in that manner. A driver may not be fined more than $50 for violating this section and no driver demerit points would be assessed. Read the Bill »
Status
02/07/2006: Failed to Pass in Committee
History
Date | Action |
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01/03/2006 | Prefiled & ordered printed; offered 01/11/06 060160364 |
01/03/2006 | Referred to Committee on Transportation |
01/18/2006 | Assigned to Transportation sub-committee: #3 (Carrico) |
02/07/2006 | Continued to 2007 in Transportation |