3/5/09-Gov. Mike Beebe signed a bill into law prohibiting drivers under 18 from the use of any mobile device while behind the wheel. It takes effect Oct. 1, 2009.
Previously SB28, the new law allows drivers stopped for another offense who are found to be in violation of the proposed rule to get off with a warning. Repeat offenders would face $50 fines.

2/3/09-The Senate Transportation Committee voted to advance a bill to the full Senate that would prohibit drivers under 18 from the use of any mobile device while behind the wheel.
Sponsored by Sen. Kim Hendren, R-Gravette, SB28 would allow drivers stopped for another offense who are found to be in violation of the proposed rule to get off with a warning. Repeat offenders would face $50 fines.

1/16/09-A bill in the Senate Transportation, Technology and Legislative Affairs Committee would prohibit drivers under age 18 from the use of any mobile device while behind the wheel.
Sponsored by Sen. Kim Hendren, R-Gravette, SB28 would allow drivers stopped for another offense who are found to be in violation of the proposed rule to get off with a warning. Repeat offenders would face $50 fines.
For Senate bill status, call 501-682-5951.

12/30/08-Sen. Kim Hendren, R-Gravette, has prefiled a bill for consideration during the session that convenes Jan. 12 that would prohibit drivers under age 18 from the use of any mobile device while behind the wheel.
Under SB28, drivers stopped for another offense who are found to be in violation of the proposed rule would get off with a warning. Repeat offenders would face $50 fines.
For Senate bill status, call 501-682-5951.