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OK SB878

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/1/2016

Primary Sponsor

Josh Brecheen

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Origin

Senate

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Oklahoma's texting while driving law to clarify that the maximum fine, including all court costs and fees, shall not exceed $100.00

  • Prohibits using a hand-held electronic communication device to manually compose, send, or read text messages while a motor vehicle is in motion

  • Violations do not result in points assessed on the driver's license traffic record

  • Exempts emergency communications to 911, hospitals, ambulance providers, fire services, or law enforcement

  • Declares an emergency, making the act effective immediately upon passage and approval

Legislative Description

Waters and water rights; creating the Oklahoma Water Sustainability Act.

Last Action

Second Reading referred to Rules Committee then to Appropriations Committee

2/2/2016

Committee Referrals

Rules2/2/2016

Full Bill Text

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