SB 129 - McKenna, Ryan
Prohibits school bus drivers from using wireless telephones or other electronic wireless communication devices while operating school buses on the highways
Bill Details
Sponsor
LR Number
0583S.01I
Title
SB 129
House Handler
N/A
Journal Page
N/A
Effective Date
August 28, 2009
Committee
Current Status
Hearing Conducted S Transportation Committee
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Amendments
No amendments available
CURRENT BILL SUMMARY
SB 129 - This act prohibits school bus drivers from using wireless telephones or other electronic wireless communication devices while operating school buses on highways within this state. The prohibition does not apply when such devices are being used to call 9-1-1 or to contact law enforcement authorities or emergency response agencies in emergency situations. The prohibition includes talking on such a device or sending a text message on the device.
A violation of the act is a Class C misdemeanor and a moving violation for purposes of point assessment.
STEPHEN WITTE