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AR SB80
Bill
Status
Failed
4/27/2011
Primary Sponsor
Jimmy Jeffress
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AI Summary
- Adds Arkansas Code 27-51-1206 establishing pedestrian awareness and safety requirements for headphone use
- Defines "headphone" as any electronic device covering or inserted into the ear for listening to radio, music, or media (excludes hearing aids)
- Defines "pedestrian" as a person engaging in sports activities on, parallel to, or adjacent to streets, roads, highways, or intersections
- Prohibits pedestrians from using headphones on both ears while engaging in sports activities including running, jogging, walking, skating, rollerblading, skateboarding, bicycling, or using non-motorized scooters
- Permits pedestrians to lawfully use a headphone on only one ear while engaging in sports activities
Legislative Description
To Ensure That Pedestrians Are Not Unduly Distracted While Occupying The Right-of-way Of Streets And Roads.
Last Action
Senate Sine Die adjournment
4/27/2011
Committee Referrals
Transportation, Technology & Legislative Affairs1/19/2011
Full Bill Text
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