6/15/10-A bill has died that sought to prohibit all drivers from text messaging on paved roads.
With certain exceptions, state law already bans those 21 years old and younger from sending messages while driving.
Sponsored by Rep. J.C. Kuessner, D-Eminence, HB1202 would not have affected drivers traveling on gravel roads.

4/13/10-A bill in the House Public Safety Committee would prohibit all drivers from text messaging on paved roads.
With certain exceptions, state law already bans those 21 years old and younger from sending messages while driving.
Sponsored by Rep. J.C. Kuessner, D-Eminence, HB1202 would not affect drivers traveling on gravel roads.
For House bill status, call 573-751-4503.

12/7/09-Rep. J.C. Kuessner, D-Eminence, has prefiled a bill for consideration during the 2010 regular session that would prohibit all drivers from text messaging on paved roads.
With certain exceptions, state law already bans those 21 years old and younger from sending messages while driving.
HB1202 would not affect drivers traveling on gravel roads.
The bill is awaiting assignment to committee for the session that begins Jan. 6.
For House bill status, call 573-751-4503.