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MA H3119

MA H3119
Requiring the hands-free use of mobile telephones while driving


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Introduced
01/20/2015
In Committee
01/20/2015
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
07/31/2016

Introduced Session

189th General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to requiring the hands-free use of mobile telephones while driving. Transportation.

AI Summary

This bill requires that drivers use mobile telephones in a hands-free manner, meaning they cannot hold the device while talking or operating it. Specifically, it amends existing law, Chapter 90, Section 13, by replacing the term "mobile telephone" with "hands-free mobile telephone" and adds a new subsection to Section 13B of the same chapter, explicitly stating that no driver can use a mobile telephone or electronic device unless it is operated hands-free. This change aims to improve road safety by reducing driver distraction.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied H3315 (on 10/15/2015)

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