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S03729Introduced in the Senate

Requires portable electronic devices distributed after January 1, 2028 to automatically disable their texting and computer functions when the holder is operating a motor vehicle over 10 miles an hour; eliminates the exemption from provisions, relating to the use of portable electronic devices in motor vehicles, granted to commercial motor vehicles, police, firefighters and emergency vehicle operators.

IntroducedSenate Consumer Affairs and Protection

Introduced by Andrew Lanza, District 24

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Official description

Requires portable electronic devices distributed after January 1, 2028 to automatically disable their texting and computer functions when the holder is operating a motor vehicle over 10 miles an hour; eliminates the exemption from provisions, relating to the use of portable electronic devices in motor vehicles, granted to commercial motor vehicles, police, firefighters and emergency vehicle operators.

Where it stands

REFERRED TO CONSUMER PROTECTION

January 7, 2026

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