Virginia

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3/28/07-Gov. Tim Kaine has signed a bill into law that prohibits drivers under age 18 from using any cell phone, hand-held or "hands free," or other wireless device. Emergency calls would be exempted.
The new law, previously SB1039, would require anyone caught in violation to face a traffic infraction. Repeat offenders could lose their driving privileges for six months.
The new rule takes effect July 1.

3/14/07-The House approved a bill that would prohibit drivers under age 18 from using any cell phone, hand-held or "hands free," or other wireless device. Emergency calls would be exempted.
Anyone caught in violation would face a traffic infraction. Repeat offenders could lose their driving privileges for six months.
SB1039 now heads to Gov. Tim Kaine's desk. The Senate already approved it.

2/16/07-The House Transportation Committee voted 20-1 Feb. 15 to approve a bill that would prohibit drivers under age 19 from using any cell phone, hand-held or "hands free," or other wireless device. Emergency calls would be exempted.
The committee removed a provision from the Senate-approved bill - SB1039 - that allowed for primary enforcement.
Anyone caught in violation would face a traffic infraction. Repeat offenders could lose their driving privileges for six months.
For bill status, call (804) 698-7410. In Virginia, call 1-888-892-6948.

2/7/07-The Senate approved a bill that would prohibit drivers under age 19 from using any cell phone, hand-held or "hands free," or other wireless device.
Violators could be pulled over solely for using the devices. Emergency calls would be exempted.
Anyone caught in violation would face a traffic infraction. Repeat offenders could lose their driving privileges for six months.
Sponsored by Sen. Jay O'Brien, R-Clifton, SB1039 has been forwarded to the House.
For bill status, call (804) 698-7410. In Virginia, call 1-888-892-6948.

1/10/07-Sen. Jay O'Brien, R-Clifton, has introduced a bill that would prohibit drivers under age 19 from using any cell phone, hand-held or "hands free," or other wireless device.
Violators could be pulled over solely for using the devices. Emergency calls would be exempted.
SB1039 is in the Senate Transportation Committee.
For Senate bill status, call (804) 698-7410. In Virginia, call 1-888-892-6948.