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Introduced
05/01/2017
05/01/2017
In Committee
05/01/2017
05/01/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
Requiring the hands-free use of mobile telephones while driving
AI Summary
This bill amends the existing laws in Massachusetts to require the hands-free use of mobile telephones while driving. The key provisions are: (1) the term "mobile telephone" in the law is replaced with "hands-free mobile telephone," and (2) operators of motor vehicles are prohibited from using mobile telephones or electronic devices for voice communications, accessing social media, or using camera functions, unless the device is being used in a hands-free manner or to report an emergency situation such as a disabled vehicle, medical emergency, or accident.
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Last Action
No further action taken (on 01/01/2019)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3660 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3660.pdf |
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