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GA SB203
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/17/2021
Primary Sponsor
Steve Gooch
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AI Summary
- Amends Georgia Code Section 40-6-241 to add a new exception to the state's distracted driving law, allowing drivers to use wireless telecommunications devices or stand-alone electronic devices while at a full and complete stop at a traffic-control device or off the roadway, provided the device is secured in a stand or mount attached to the front windshield or dashboard
- Restructures existing exceptions by separating them into two subsections: subsection (g) covering exceptions to the prohibition on holding/supporting devices (subsection c), and subsection (h) covering exceptions to the prohibition on other device-related conduct (subsection d)
- Retains all previously existing exceptions, including use while reporting emergencies, by utility workers responding to emergencies, by public safety first responders performing official duties, and while in a lawfully parked vehicle
- The new windshield/dashboard mount exception applies only to the "holding or supporting" prohibition (subsection c) and does not extend to the broader device-use restrictions under subsection (d)
- Offered as a Senate Committee on Transportation substitute to the original SB 203
Legislative Description
Motor Vehicles; use of mounts on windshields for support of wireless telecommunications devices and stand-alone electronic devices; allow
Last Action
Senate Lost
3/9/2022
Committee Referrals
Transportation2/18/2021
Full Bill Text
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