CT HB06570

Prohibits texting while operating a commercial motor vehicle, defining the offense as typing, sending, or reading text messages with a mobile telephone or mobile electronic device.

Establishes texting while operating a commercial motor vehicle as a serious traffic violation under Connecticut law, effective from passage.

Creates penalties of $100 for first violation, $150 for second violation, and $200 for third or subsequent violation of texting prohibitions.

Allows exceptions for emergency communications to police, fire departments, hospitals, ambulances, and emergency response operators.

Requires law enforcement officers to record the specific nature of distracted driving behavior observed when issuing summonses for violations.