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OK SB2086

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/3/2014

Primary Sponsor

Ben Sherrer

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Origin

Senate

2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits operating a motor vehicle on any Oklahoma street or highway while using a cellular telephone or electronic communication device to compose, send, or read text messages while the vehicle is in motion

  • Sets a minimum fine of $25 for violations

  • Exempts texting to emergency responders including 911 operators, hospitals, physician's offices, health clinics, ambulance services, firefighting services, and law enforcement agencies

  • Authorizes municipalities to enact and enforce their own ordinances prohibiting texting while driving, provided penalties are not more stringent and fines are equal to or less than the state fine

  • Effective date of November 1, 2014

Legislative Description

Texting while driving; making certain act unlawful; authorizing municipalities to enact certain ordinances. Effective date.

Motor Vehicles and Transportation

Last Action

coauthored by Sherrer (principal House author)

2/4/2014

Committee Referrals

Public Safety2/4/2014

Full Bill Text

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