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ID S1250

ID S1250
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.


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Introduced
01/24/2020
In Committee
01/27/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
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)

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