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CT HB06501

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/23/2015

Primary Sponsor

Mitch Bolinsky

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Modifies title 14 of the general statutes to exempt global positioning systems (GPS) from banned mobile electronic devices for drivers aged 16-17
  • Continues to prohibit hand-held uses of GPS including programming, initiating searches, data entry, and visual navigation
  • Aims to improve public safety by reducing risks associated with inexperienced drivers becoming lost while driving
  • Referred to the Transportation Committee during the January 2015 legislative session
  • Introduced by Rep. Bolinsky (106th District)

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning The Use Of Global Positioning Systems By Sixteen And Seventeen-year-old Drivers.

Last Action

Public Hearing 02/09

2/5/2015

Committee Referrals

Transportation1/23/2015

Full Bill Text

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