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LA HB580

LA HB580
Provides relative to the operation of a motor vehicle while using a wireless telecommunication device (RE SEE FISC NOTE LF RV)

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Introduced
03/31/2023
In Committee
05/15/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/08/2023

Introduced Session

Potential new amendment
2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Provides relative to the operation of a motor vehicle while using a wireless telecommunication device (RE SEE FISC NOTE LF RV)

AI Summary

This bill proposes to amend and reenact Louisiana Revised Statute 32:300.5, which relates to the operation of a motor vehicle while using a wireless telecommunication device. The key provisions of the bill are: 1. It prohibits the use of wireless telecommunication devices, including for activities like engaging in a call, writing/sending/reading text-based communications, accessing/reading/posting to social media, and creating/editing/viewing videos or images, while operating a motor vehicle on a public road or highway. 2. It provides exceptions for law enforcement officers, firefighters, emergency service providers, and individuals reporting emergencies, relaying information between transit/for-hire operators and their dispatchers, using a hands-free GPS, or operating a vehicle that is lawfully stationary. 3. It establishes a fine of up to $100 for violations, with a doubling of the fine if the violation occurs during a collision. It also allows the use of a wireless device for the exceptions listed as an affirmative defense against a violation. 4. It requires law enforcement officers to inform motorists of their right to decline a search of their wireless device and prohibits certain search and seizure practices related to the device.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Read by title, returned to the calendar. (on 05/25/2023)

Bill Topics

Transportation
  • ‐ Highway Construction, Maintenance, and Safety
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Document Type Source Location Created
State Bill Page https://www.legis.la.gov/legis/BillInfo.aspx?s=23rs&b=HB580&sbi=y 03/31/2023
House Floor Amendment #3789 Huval Proposed https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1327449 05/30/2023
Fiscal Note - HB580 ReEngrossed https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1324195 05/22/2023
BillText https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1322310 05/15/2023
House Committee Amendment #2901 APP Proposed https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1322273 05/15/2023
Analysis - Digest of HB580 Reengrossed https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1322341 05/15/2023
House Committee Amendment #2796 APP Draft https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1321417 05/12/2023
Fiscal Note - HB580 Engrossed https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1321665 05/12/2023
House Floor Amendment #2473 Huval Proposed https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1319660 05/09/2023
BillText https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1317818 05/02/2023
Analysis - Digest of HB580 Engrossed https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1317851 05/02/2023
House Committee Amendment #2033 THPW Draft https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1317305 05/01/2023
House Committee Amendment #2110 THPW Proposed https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1317581 05/01/2023
Fiscal Note - HB580 Original https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1317388 05/01/2023
BillText https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1309910 03/31/2023
Analysis - Digest of HB580 Original https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1309918 03/31/2023
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