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SB 1266: Electronic Wireless Communications Devices/Driving [EPCC]

GENERAL BILL by Bennett

Electronic Wireless Communications Devices/Driving [EPCC]; Prohibits the operation of a motor vehicle while reading, manually writing or typing, or sending a message on an electronic wireless communications device. Provides that this provision does not apply to a person operating an emergency vehicle or using the device to report illegal activity, summon medical or other emergency help, or to prevent injury to a person or property, etc.

Effective Date: 10/01/2008
Last Action: 5/2/2008 Senate - Died in Committee on Transportation
Bill Text: Web Page | PDF



Bill History

Date Chamber Action
1/22/2008 Senate • Filed
2/7/2008 Senate • Referred to Transportation; Communications and Public Utilities; Transportation and Economic Development Appropriations
3/4/2008 Senate • Introduced, referred to Transportation; Communications and Public Utilities; Transportation and Economic Development Appropriations -SJ 00079
5/2/2008 Senate • Died in Committee on Transportation