MN SF75

Increases penalties for texting while driving: first violation $150, second violation $300, third or subsequent violation is a misdemeanor with mandatory 30-day driver's license suspension.

Prohibits third and subsequent texting while driving violations from being added to the Statewide Payables List, making them non-payable offenses.

Expands criminal vehicular operation statutes to include operating a wireless communications device in any manner other than hands-free mode when causing death, great bodily harm, substantial bodily harm, bodily harm, or injury to an unborn child.

Requires driver education programs and driver's manuals to include instruction on distracted driving laws, penalties, and dangers by January 1, 2020.

Allows limited driver's license issuance for persons whose licenses are suspended under texting while driving violations, with suspension effective August 1, 2019.