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ID S1314
Bill
Status
2/25/2020
Primary Sponsor
Transportation Committee
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AI Summary
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Repeals previous texting while driving law and replaces it with comprehensive distracted driving prohibition covering all mobile electronic devices including phones, tablets, laptops, and wearable devices.
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Prohibits operating a motor vehicle while using a mobile electronic device, with exceptions for emergency calls, GPS navigation (without manual data entry), one-touch calling, hands-free voice operation, and use by law enforcement and utility workers during official duties.
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Establishes penalties as moving violations with fines of $75 for first offense, $150 for second offense within three years, and $300 for subsequent offenses within three years; first offense convictions do not result in violation points or insurance rate increases.
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Allows driver's license suspension for up to 90 days if person has three or more convictions within a three-year period; prohibits law enforcement seizure of mobile electronic devices.
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Preempts all local laws and ordinances regulating mobile electronic device use while driving; effective July 1, 2020, with warnings-only period until January 1, 2021.
Legislative Description
Amends existing law to prohibit the use of certain electronic devices while driving a motor vehicle, to establish penalties, and to provide that Idaho law preempts local ordinances.
TRANSPORTATION
Last Action
Read First Time, Referred to Transportation & Defense
2/26/2020