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IL SB3663

Bill

Status

Failed

1/8/2013

Primary Sponsor

William Haine

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Origin

Senate

97th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Prohibits drivers from composing, sending, or reading electronic messages on wireless phones, personal digital assistants, or portable computers while operating a motor vehicle on a roadway.

  • Bans drivers from taking digital photographs or videos within 500 feet of an emergency scene where an authorized emergency vehicle is actively using audible or visual signals.

  • Exempts law enforcement officers, emergency vehicle operators performing official duties, and drivers reporting emergencies or communicating with emergency personnel from the electronic messaging restriction.

  • Allows exceptions for hands-free or voice-activated device use, commercial motor vehicle drivers reading messages on permanently installed 10-inch screens, parked vehicles, and vehicles stopped in traffic with transmission in neutral or park.

  • Classifies violations as traffic regulation offenses.

Legislative Description

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Last Action

Session Sine Die

1/8/2013

Committee Referrals

Rules3/29/2012
Criminal Law2/22/2012
Assignments2/10/2012

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