BILL · 2009–10 SESSION

HB 2635: Wireless communications

Addressing the use of wireless communications devices while driving.

Summary

  • Prohibits the holder of either an intermediate driver's license or an instruction permit from operating a motor vehicle while using a wireless communication device except in the case of an emergency.
  • Allows the laws relating to the use of a cell phone or other wireless communication devices while operating a moving motor vehicle to be enforced as a primary infraction for all drivers.

From the House Bill Analysis 2010 (HB 2635), written by the Legislature's nonpartisan staff. Read the full report ↗

Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee
  1. IntroducedJan 11, 2010
  2. Out of committeestopped here
  3. Passed House
  4. Passed Senate
  5. Governor
  6. Law
Prime sponsor
Senator (D-36)
Introduced
January 11, 2010 in the House
Last action
March 15, 2010
Companion bill
SB 6345
Budget
Has a fiscal note

AN ACT Relating to the use of wireless communications devices while driving;

Sponsors

Votes

No recorded floor votes. This measure never reached a floor vote.

History

  1. By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
  2. First reading, referred to Transportation.
  3. Prefiled for introduction.

HB 2635 in other sessions

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