6/11/10-Gov. Sonny Perdue has signed into law a bill making it illegal for anyone under 18 to use a cell phone while driving. It takes effect July 1.
Previously HB23, the new law calls for violators to face $150 fines. One point would be added to their driver’s license.

4/30/10-State lawmakers spent time on the final day of the session Thursday, April 29, to finalize legislation that would prohibit any cell phone use for the state’s youngest drivers.
HB23 would make it illegal for anyone under 18 and driving on an instructional or provisional license to talk on a cell phone while driving, unless they’re reporting an accident or other emergency.
Violators would face $150 fines and one point against their driver’s license.
For bill status, call 404-656-5015.