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OK SB182

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/7/2011

Primary Sponsor

Danny Morgan

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Origin

Senate

2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends 47 O.S. Section 6-105 to modify restrictions on hand-held electronic device use for drivers under 18 years old

  • Prohibits persons under 18 with a license from using hand-held electronic devices while operating a motor vehicle, except for life-threatening emergencies

  • Removes previous prohibition language that was limited to "non-life-threatening emergency purposes" and replaces it with broader restriction

  • Adds definitions for "hand-held electronic device" (mobile telephone or electronic device requiring use of at least one hand) and "using a hand-held electronic device" (engaging any function on such device)

  • Becomes effective July 1, 2011, with emergency clause declaring immediate necessity for preservation of public peace, health and safety

Legislative Description

Motor vehicles; graduated driver license; hand-held electronic device. Effective date. Emergency.

Motor Vehicles and Transportation

Last Action

Measure failed: Ayes: 22 Nays: 20

3/13/2012

Committee Referrals

Public Safety2/8/2011

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