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Introduced
03/28/2019
03/28/2019
In Committee
03/28/2019
03/28/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
09/24/2020
09/24/2020
Introduced Session
123rd General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amend The Code Of Laws Of South Carolina, 1976, So As To Enact The "south Carolina Hands-free Act"; To Amend Section 56-5-3890, Relating To The Unlawful Use Of A Wireless Telecommunications Device While Operating A Motor Vehicle, So As To Revise The Definition Of Certain Terms, Define The Term "commercial Motor Vehicle", Revise The Circumstances When It Is Unlawful To Use A Wireless Telecommunications Device, To Create The Offense Of Distracted Driving And Provide Penalties, And To Make Technical Revisions; To Amend Section 56-1-720, Relating To Points That May Be Assessed Against A Person's Driving Record For Motor Vehicle Driving Violations, So As To Provide Distracted Driving Second Or Subsequent Offense Is A Two-point Violation; And To Provide That At Certain Points Along The State's Interstate Highways, The Department Of Transportation Shall Notify Motorists Of The Provisions Of This Act.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the "South Carolina Hands-Free Act," amends existing laws to prohibit the use of wireless telecommunications devices and stand-alone electronic devices while operating a motor vehicle on public highways in South Carolina. The bill defines key terms, outlines specific prohibited actions, and creates the offense of "distracted driving" with associated penalties. It also requires the Department of Transportation to place notification signs at interstate highway entrances to the state informing drivers of the new law. The bill aims to improve road safety by reducing distracted driving and promotes the use of hands-free technology.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Senate Senate Transportation Committee (00:00 3/18/2020 Gressette Room 209) (on 03/18/2020)
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=0723&session=123&summary=B | 03/29/2019 |
| BillText | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess123_2019-2020/prever/723_20190328.htm | 03/29/2019 |
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