Senate Bill 2085 Summary

• Prohibits operators of motor vehicles from using cellular phones or electronic communication devices while driving in active school zones.

• Violators face a minimum fine of $100.00 upon conviction.

• Exceptions apply for emergency communications with emergency responders, hospitals, physicians, ambulance services, firefighting services, or law enforcement agencies.

• Authorizes municipalities to enact and enforce local ordinances with the same or lesser penalties as the state law.

• Effective date is November 1, 2014.