Cell phones or other wireless telecommunications devices; prohibited use while driving, exception. (HB1630)
Introduced By
Del. Vivian Watts (D-Annandale)
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
Cell phone use while driving prohibited. Prohibits operation of a motor vehicle while using a cell phone or other wireless telecommunications device, other than a citizens band radio, in any manner. The offense would be a secondary offense punishable as a Class 3 misdemeanor when the operator of the motor vehicle is charged with any other moving violation. Read the Bill »
Outcome
Bill Has Failed
History
| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| 01/10/2011 | Committee |
| 01/10/2011 | Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/12/11 11101044D |
| 01/10/2011 | Referred to Committee on Militia, Police and Public Safety |
| 01/18/2011 | Assigned MPPS sub: #2 |
| 01/20/2011 | Subcommittee recommends no action |
| 02/08/2011 | Left in Militia, Police and Public Safety |
Comments
Why are CB radios exempted?
Is a GPS a "wireless telecommunications device"?
Wow, in my opinion this goes too far.
Hey ms watts, do you still have a cb in your car?