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NY S00731
Bill
Status
Engrossed
6/9/2015
Primary Sponsor
Carl Marcellino
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AI Summary
- Amends Vehicle and Traffic Law Section 1225-c to define "while such vehicle is in motion" to include times when a motor vehicle is stopped at traffic lights, stop signs, railroad crossings, or other traffic control devices requiring a vehicle to stop
- Amends Vehicle and Traffic Law Section 1225-d with the same definition of "while such vehicle is in motion" for portable electronic device violations
- Expands the definition to also include situations where a motor vehicle is stopped due to heavy traffic congestion or traffic jams
- Applies these definitions to laws regulating the use of mobile phones and portable electronic devices while driving
- Takes effect 60 days after becoming law
Legislative Description
Provides that a motor vehicle will be considered to be in motion while stopped at traffic control devices, stop signs and certain other situations for purposes of mobile phones and other portable electronic devices violations.
Last Action
RECOMMITTED TO RULES
6/17/2016
Committee Referrals
Rules6/1/2016
Transportation1/6/2016
Transportation6/9/2015
Transportation1/7/2015
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