3/31/09-A bill died in the Senate Transportation Committee that sought to prohibit from using any wireless devices, hand-held or hands-free. The restriction would have applied to cell phone use and text messaging.
Sponsored by Rep. Rick Nelson, D-Middlesboro, HB46 would have made exceptions for emergency calls. As of Jan. 1, 2010, violators would have faced fines from $20 to $100.
The restriction would have applied to young drivers of vehicles, motorcycles or mopeds.
1/27/09-A bill in the House Transportation Committee would prohibit drivers under age 18 from using any wireless devices, hand-held or hands-free. The restriction would apply to cell phone use and text messaging.
Sponsored by Rep. Rick Nelson, D-Middlesboro, HB46 would make exceptions for emergency calls. As of Jan. 1, 2010, violators would face fines from $20 to $100.
The restriction would apply to young drivers of vehicles, motorcycles or mopeds.
For House bill status, call 502-564-8100. In Kentucky, call 866-840-2835.
11/24/08-Rep. Rick Nelson, D-Middlesboro, has prefiled a bill for consideration during the session that starts Jan. 6 that would prohibit drivers under age 18 from using any wireless devices, hand-held or hands-free. The restriction would apply to cell phone use and text messaging.
Under HB46, exceptions would be made for emergency calls. As of Jan. 1, 2010, violators would face fines from $20 to $100.
The restriction would apply to young drivers of vehicles, motorcycles or mopeds.
For House bill status, call 502-564-8100. In Kentucky, call 866-840-2835.