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CT SB00637

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/24/2013

Primary Sponsor

Stephen Cassano

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Origin

Senate

2013 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Authorizes municipalities to use traffic enforcement photographers to enforce mobile telephone prohibitions for drivers under Connecticut General Statutes section 14-296aa
  • Requires approval from both the municipality's chief executive officer and legislative body before implementation
  • Aims to reduce distracted driving incidents and associated deaths and injuries
  • Applies only to illegal use of mobile telephones and electronic devices while operating motor vehicles
  • Allows each municipality to voluntarily opt into the enforcement program

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning The Use Of Traffic Enforcement Photographers To Record The Illegal Use Of Mobile Telephones By Motor Vehicle Operators.

Last Action

Public Hearing 02/25

2/21/2013

Committee Referrals

Transportation1/24/2013

Full Bill Text

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