12/31/08-A bill died that sought to prohibit drivers from reading, writing or sending text messages.
Sponsored by Rep. Steve Bieda, D-Warren, HB5117 would have fined violators up to $500. Exceptions would have been made for emergencies.

12/11/08-The House voted 68-32 to advance a bill to the Senate that would prohibit drivers from reading, writing or sending text messages.
Sponsored by Rep. Steve Bieda, D-Warren, HB5117 would fine violators up to $500. Exceptions would be made for emergencies.
The bill has moved to the Senate Transportation Committee for further consideration. For bill status, call (517) 373-0169.

6/16/08-The House Transportation Committee voted to approve a bill that would prohibit drivers from reading, writing or sending text messages.
Sponsored by Rep. Steve Bieda, D-Warren, HB5117 would fine violators up to $500. Exceptions would be made for emergencies.
The bill now moves to the House floor for further consideration. If approved there, it would advance to the Senate for further consideration.
For House bill status, call (517) 373-0169.