ID H0005

Prohibits operating a motor vehicle while using a mobile electronic device, with exceptions for hands-free use of GPS/navigation systems, voice-activated calls, and voice-operated devices that do not require hand operation

Exempts emergency responders (law enforcement, firefighters, EMTs, paramedics), utility employees responding to emergencies, and governmental/commercial users performing official duties from the distracted driving prohibition

Allows use of mobile devices for emergency purposes including 911 calls, emergency communications, and reporting crimes, accidents, hazards, or unsafe drivers

Establishes penalties of $75 for first offense, $150 for second offense within three years, and $300 for each subsequent offense within three years; first offense convictions do not result in violation points or affect insurance rates

Authorizes court suspension of driver's license for up to 90 days upon three or more convictions within three years and preempts all local ordinances regulating mobile device use while driving

Effective July 1, 2020, with warnings only (no citations) issued prior to January 1, 2021