SB3670 - Tennessee: Motor Vehicles

Companion Bill HB3114. Motor Vehicles - Prohibits use of cell phones while driving a motor vehicle; exempts hands-free telephone devices and emergency uses of cell phones. - Amends TCA Title 55, Chapter 8. Fiscal Summary for SB3670 / *HB3114Increase State Revenue - $1,235,000 - FY08-09 $2,470,000 - FY09-10 and thereafter Increase Local Govt. Revenue - $65,000 - FY08-09 $130,000 - FY09-10 and thereafter Increase Local Govt. Expenditures - Not Significant Bill Summary for SB3670 / *HB3114 Present law prohibits school bus drivers and drivers who possess a learner permit or intermediate driver license from using a hand held mobile telephone while operating a motor vehicle that is in motion. A violation is a Class C misdemeanor punishable by a fine of $50.00; provided, a driver who commits a violation [...]

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