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MS HB1326

Bill

Status

Failed

2/3/2015

Primary Sponsor

Credell Calhoun

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits any person from operating a motor vehicle on a public road, street, or highway in Mississippi while using a wireless communication device to send or receive a written message.

  • Defines "wireless communication device" as any device using commercial mobile service, including cellular telephones and personal digital assistants.

  • Exempts law enforcement, emergency vehicle drivers, parked vehicles, emergency reporting situations, and certain vehicle technology systems (E911 calls, emergency services communication, vehicle diagnostic systems, navigation systems).

  • Establishes violation as a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed $25.00.

  • Takes effect July 1, 2015.

Legislative Description

Wireless interactive communication; prohibit use of by a person operating a motor vehicle.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/3/2015

Committee Referrals

Transportation1/19/2015

Full Bill Text

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