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MS HB1607

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

2/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Kevin Ford

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits drivers from physically holding or supporting a hand-held mobile telephone while operating a moving motor vehicle, expanding existing restrictions beyond just texting
  • Maintains existing ban on writing, sending, or reading text messages and accessing social media while driving with a hand-held device
  • Exempts voice-operated and hands-free devices, as well as emergency, traffic, weather alerts, and navigation-related messages
  • Civil penalty of $100 for violations, with no additional state assessments imposed
  • Effective date of July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Wireless telecommunications devices; prohibit the use of while driving.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary A1/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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