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CT SB00061
Bill
AI Summary
- Exempts amateur radio operators holding Federal Communications Commission licenses from the prohibition on using hand-held devices while driving a motor vehicle
- Prohibits drivers from using hand-held mobile telephones to engage in calls or using mobile electronic devices while a vehicle is in motion, effective October 1, 2012
- Prohibits typing, sending, or reading text messages on hand-held devices while driving, with enhanced penalties for commercial motor vehicle operators
- Maintains existing exemptions for emergency communications, peace officers, firefighters, ambulance operators, and hands-free mobile telephones
- Creates a rebuttable presumption that holding a phone to or near the ear while driving constitutes a call in violation of the law
Legislative Description
An Act Exempting Amateur Radio Operators Using Hand-held Radios From The Prohibition On Using Hand-held Mobile Telephones And Mobile Electronic Devices While Driving.
Last Action
Signed by the Governor
5/31/2012
Committee Referrals
Energy and Technology4/19/2012
Transportation4/10/2012
Public Safety and Security2/15/2012
Full Bill Text
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