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MO HB702
Bill
Status
1/27/2015
Primary Sponsor
Galen Higdon
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AI Summary
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Prohibits drivers receiving compensation for transporting passengers from using hand-held electronic devices to send, read, or write text/electronic messages or make phone calls while the vehicle is moving on public roadways
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Exempts emergency vehicle operators, and allows hand-held device use to report illegal activity, summon emergency help, prevent injury, or relay information via permanently-affixed dispatcher devices
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Permits hands-free calling, voice-operated devices, GPS/digital dispatch systems, and two-way amateur radio use
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Violations constitute an infraction and count as a moving violation for point assessment purposes under section 302.302
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Cities and counties may adopt equivalent but not more restrictive local ordinances
Legislative Description
Establishes the Fair Fare Passenger Safety Act of 2015 that prohibits any person operating a motor vehicle for compensation and transporting passengers from using a hand-held wireless device
Last Action
Reported Do Pass (H) - AYES: 9 NOES: 1 PRESENT: 0
4/7/2015