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OK HB1759
Bill
Status
3/3/2015
Primary Sponsor
Patrick Anderson
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AI Summary
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Amends Oklahoma's Mandatory Seat Belt Use Act to add exemptions for U.S. Postal Service route carriers and newspaper delivery operators while performing their official duties.
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Allows the Commissioner of Public Safety to issue medical exemptions to individuals unable to wear seat belts due to medical reasons, supported by written attestation from a licensed physician.
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Medical exemptions appear as restrictions on driver licenses and remain valid until license expiration; individuals may reapply for renewal exemptions.
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Establishes a maximum fine and court costs of $20.00 for seat belt violations with no points assessed against driving records.
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Becomes effective November 1, 2015.
Legislative Description
Motor vehicles; adding exception to seat belt requirement; effective date.
Motor Vehicles and Transportation
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Public Safety
3/5/2015