10/26/09-The Senate voted 27-5 to approve a bill that would forbid the use of text messaging devices for all drivers.
Sponsored by Sen. Alan Lasee, R-DePere, SB103 has advanced to the Assembly for further consideration.
Violators would face the possibility of significant fines. First offenders would face up to $400 fines. For repeat offenders, fines could reach $800. If use of a texting device causes injury to another person, the fine would be up to $2,000 and/or one year in county jail. If anyone is killed, violators would face up to a $25,000 fine and/or 10 years in prison.
For bill status, call 608-266-1803. In Wisconsin, call 800-362-9472.

9/15/09-The Senate Transportation Committee has approved a bill that would forbid the use of text messaging devices for all drivers. It is awaiting consideration before the full Senate.
Sponsored by Sen. Alan Lasee, R-DePere, SB103 would call for violators to face fines up to $400. Repeat offenders would face up to $800 fines. If use of a texting device causes injury to another person, the fine would be up to $2,000 and/or one year in county jail. If anyone is killed, violators would face up to a $25,000 fine and/or 10 years in prison.
For Senate bill status, call 608-266-1803. In Wisconsin, call 800-362-9472.