5/21/04-A bill that would have prohibited drivers’ use of hand-held cell phones has died.
S199, sponsored by Sen. Claire Ayer, D-Addison, remained in the Senate Transportation Committee at the close of the session May 20.
The measure would have permitted only “hands-free” devices in moving vehicles. It exempted emergency calls.

1/22/04-S199 would prohibit drivers’ use of hand-held cell phones. It exempts emergency calls.
The measure, sponsored by Sen. Claire Ayer, D-Addison, would permit only “hands-free” devices in moving vehicles.
The bill has been forwarded to the Senate Committee on Transportation. For bill status, call (802) 828-2231.