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IA HF392
IA HF392A bill for an act relating to the use of an electronic device in a voice-activated or hands-free mode while driving, providing penalties, and making penalties applicable.(Formerly HF 75; See HF 2129.)
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Introduced
02/04/2021
02/04/2021
In Committee
04/15/2021
04/15/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/24/2022
05/24/2022
Introduced Session
89th General Assembly
Bill Summary
A bill for an act relating to the use of an electronic device in a voice-activated or hands-free mode while driving, providing penalties, and making penalties applicable.(Formerly HF 75; See HF 2129.)
AI Summary
This bill amends Iowa's laws regarding the use of electronic devices while driving. It prohibits the use of electronic devices while driving, except in voice-activated or hands-free mode. The bill provides certain exceptions for public safety personnel, healthcare professionals, and others reporting emergencies. It increases the scheduled fine for violations from $45 to $100 and removes the provision that violations are not considered moving violations. The bill also makes related changes to provisions regarding driver's licenses and the suspension or revocation of driving privileges.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Transportation (House)
Last Action
Committee report approving bill, renumbered as HF 2129. (on 01/26/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=89&ba=HF392 | 02/05/2021 |
| Fiscal Note - Distracted Driving | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/publications/FN/1211715.pdf | 02/11/2021 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/publications/LGI/89/attachments/HF392.html | 02/05/2021 |
| Bill | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/publications/LGI/89/HF392.pdf | 02/05/2021 |
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