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OH HB280
Bill
Status
Introduced
6/20/2017
Primary Sponsor
Ron Hood
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AI Summary
- Amends section 4511.84 of the Revised Code to add an exemption permitting persons to wear earplugs for hearing protection while operating a motorcycle
- Maintains the existing prohibition on wearing earphones over or earplugs in both ears while operating any motor vehicle, with exceptions for hearing aids, law enforcement, fire and EMS personnel on duty, highway maintenance workers, and refuse collection equipment operators
- Defines "earphones" as headsets, radios, tape players, or similar devices providing radio programs, music, or recorded information through a device attached to the head covering both ears, but excludes built-in speakers or listening devices in protective headgear
- Establishes penalties for violations: minor misdemeanor for first offense; fourth degree misdemeanor if one predicate motor vehicle or traffic offense within one year; third degree misdemeanor if two or more predicate offenses within one year
- Repeals the existing section 4511.84 and replaces it with the amended version
Legislative Description
Permit wearing earplugs to protect hearing while motorcycling
Transportation
Last Action
Refer to Committee: Transportation and Public Safety
9/12/2017
Committee Referrals
Transportation and Public Safety9/12/2017
Full Bill Text
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