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OK HB2228
OK HB2228Motor vehicles; modifying types of devices unlawful to use while operating a motor vehicle; allowing for the use of certain technologies; effective date.
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Introduced
02/06/2023
02/06/2023
In Committee
02/22/2023
02/22/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/31/2024
05/31/2024
Introduced Session
2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to motor vehicles; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 11-901d, as amended by Section 93, Chapter 282, O.S.L. 2022 (47 O.S. Supp. 2022, Section 11-901d), which relates to text messaging; modifying types of devices unlawful to use while operating a motor vehicle; modifying amount of fine, costs, and fees; directing distribution of fine, costs, and fees; allowing for the use of certain technologies; modifying definition; disallowing confiscation of certain devices and information; making certain exceptions; and providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill modifies the types of devices that are unlawful to use while operating a motor vehicle in Oklahoma. It reduces the fine for violations from $100 to $5, with additional costs and fees up to $95. The bill also directs the distribution of the fine, costs, and fees, and allows for the use of certain hands-free or voice-operated technologies. Additionally, the bill disallows the confiscation of cellular phones or electronic communication devices without consent, except in certain circumstances. The bill will become effective on July 1, 2024.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
(on 01/01/1900)
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