VEH CD-TEXT COMMUNICATION
Summary
Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Prohibits the operation of a motor vehicle while using a wireless telephone or other mobile electronic device to send, read, or write a text-based communication. Sets forth exceptions. Provides that a violation is a petty offense punishable by a fine of $75 and that, if a violation occurs at the time of a traffic accident, the violator shall pay an additional fine of $200. Effective immediately.
Bill status
failed
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2009
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 30, 2009
Last action Jan 12, 2011
Floor votes
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Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
8
Key actions
0
Committee
4
Jan 12, 2011
Senate · Failed
Session Sine Die
Mar 13, 2009
Senate · Referred to committee
Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
Mar 5, 2009
Senate · Reported by committee
To Transportation Subcommittee on Special Issues
Feb 10, 2009
Senate · Referred to committee
Assigned to Transportation
Jan 30, 2009
Senate · Referred to committee
Referred to Assignments
0 primary · 1 co-sponsor
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
Co
Dan Rutherford
RRepublican
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