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MO HB1316
Bill
Status
1/13/2014
Primary Sponsor
Rory Ellinger
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AI Summary
HB 1316 Summary
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Prohibits drivers aged 21 and younger from sending, reading, or writing text or electronic messages using hand-held devices while operating noncommercial motor vehicles on state highways.
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Prohibits all drivers from using hand-held mobile telephones and from sending, reading, or writing text messages while operating commercial motor vehicles.
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Exempts authorized emergency vehicles, parked vehicles, law enforcement officers, firefighters, ambulance operators, and uses of voice-operated technology, GPS systems, and licensed amateur radio equipment.
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Classifies violations as infractions and moving violations subject to point assessment under section 302.302.
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Preempts local laws and ordinances, establishing state regulation as the sole authority governing hand-held device use in motor vehicles.
Legislative Description
Prohibits anyone, regardless of age, from sending, reading, or writing a text or electronic message while operating a noncommercial moving motor vehicle on any highway in this state
Last Action
Public Hearing Completed (H)
2/18/2014