Relating to: prohibiting the use of phones while driving a motor vehicle and providing a penalty.
SB 935 prohibits probationary license holders (new drivers) and those with instruction permits from using wireless phones while driving, except to report emergencies. The bill amends existing law to specifically apply this restriction to these driver categories, expanding the current ban which previously covered only full license holders. Violations would incur penalties under the statute, though the bill text doesn't detail the specific penalty amount. This change directly affects new drivers learning to operate vehicles under supervision or with restricted licenses. The bill applies to violations occurring on its effective date.
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Introduced Feb 6, 2026
Last action Mar 23, 2026
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Introduced by Senator James;
cosponsored by Representatives Mursau, Duchow, Andraca, Sinicki and Snodgrass
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Jesse James
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