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FL H0005
Bill
Status
5/2/2014
Primary Sponsor
Irving Slosberg
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AI Summary
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Prohibits drivers younger than 18 years old from using any mobile telecommunications device while driving or in physical control of a motor vehicle on Florida roads, with exceptions for stopped vehicles outside traffic flow and emergency communications to E911.
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Defines "mobile telecommunications device" to include wireless phones, computers, and electronic devices used for voice or nonvoice communications such as text, email, games, music, pictures, sound, or video.
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Classifies violations as noncriminal traffic infractions punishable as nonmoving violations under chapter 318.
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Adds a voluntary $1 per applicant checkoff option on driver license applications to contribute to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, with contributions not counted as revenue income for service charge purposes.
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Takes effect January 1, 2015.
Legislative Description
Traffic Safety
Last Action
Died in Transportation and Highway Safety Subcommittee
5/2/2014