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MO HB398

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/8/2015

Primary Sponsor

Joshua Peters

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expands Missouri's texting-while-driving ban from drivers 21 and younger to all drivers regardless of age
  • Prohibits sending, reading, or writing text or electronic messages on hand-held devices while operating a moving vehicle on state highways
  • Maintains existing ban on commercial motor vehicle operators using hand-held phones or texting devices
  • Exemptions include emergency vehicles, reporting emergencies, vehicles lawfully parked, law enforcement/fire/ambulance personnel on duty, GPS systems, voice-operated technology, and amateur radio operators
  • Violations classified as infractions and moving violations subject to point assessment; state law preempts all local regulations on wireless device use while driving

Legislative Description

Prohibits texting while operating a moving motor vehicle by drivers of all ages

Last Action

Referred: Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness(H)

5/15/2015

Committee Referrals

Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness5/15/2015

Full Bill Text

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