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IL SB0068

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/15/2015

Primary Sponsor

Ira Silverstein

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Origin

Senate

99th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Defines "mobile computing headset" as a computing device with a head-mounted display that projects visual information into the wearer's field of vision.

  • Prohibits operating a motor vehicle on a roadway while wearing a mobile computing headset or using an electronic communication device.

  • Establishes fines of $75 for first offense, $100 for second, $125 for third, and $150 for fourth or subsequent violations.

  • Exempts law enforcement and emergency vehicle operators performing official duties, drivers reporting emergencies, hands-free device users, and drivers parked on roadway shoulders.

  • Creates enhanced penalties of Class A misdemeanor for violations causing great bodily harm or permanent disability, and Class 4 felony if violation results in death.

Legislative Description

DRIVING WITH COMPUTER HEADSETS

Last Action

Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments

3/27/2015

Committee Referrals

Assignments3/27/2015
Transportation2/11/2015
Assignments1/15/2015

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