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ID S1250
ID S1250Amends existing law to prohibit the use of certain electronic devices while driving a motor vehicle, to establish penalties, and to provide that Idaho law preempts local ordinances.
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Introduced
01/24/2020
01/24/2020
In Committee
01/27/2020
01/27/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/20/2020
03/20/2020
Introduced Session
2020 Regular Session
Bill Summary
TRANSPORTATION -- Amends existing law to prohibit the use of certain electronic devices while driving a motor vehicle, to establish penalties, and to provide that Idaho law preempts local ordinances.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing law to prohibit the use of certain electronic devices, such as mobile phones, while driving a motor vehicle, with some exceptions. It establishes penalties for violations, including fines and potential license suspension. The bill also preempts local ordinances, making Idaho's law the sole authority on this issue. The new law will take effect on July 1, 2020, but only warnings, and not infractions, will be issued until January 1, 2021, to allow for a transition period.
Committee Categories
Justice, Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Transportation Committee (Senate)
Last Action
Reported Printed; referred to Transportation (on 01/27/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2020/legislation/S1250/ |
| BillText | https://legislature.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/sessioninfo/2020/legislation/S1250.pdf |
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