Bill Title: Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Expands the prohibition on driving while using an electronic communication device to include uses beyond composing, sending, or reading an electronic message. Expands the exceptions to include the use of hands-free devices, two-way radios, and electronic devices capable of performing multiple functions as long as these devices are not used for a prohibited purpose. Establishes a graduated fine scale for repeat offenses.

Spectrum: Moderate Partisan Bill (Democrat 14-2)

Status: (Passed) 2013-08-16 - Public Act . . . . . . . . . 98-0506 [HB1247 Detail]

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Bill Drafts

Revision	Date	Format	Source	View
Chaptered	2013-08-19	HTML/Text	Link	View
Enrolled	2013-05-29	HTML/Text	Link	View
Amended	2013-05-07	HTML/Text	Link	View
Engrossed	2013-02-27	HTML/Text	Link	View
Introduced	2013-02-01	HTML/Text	Link	View

Amendments

Amendment	Date	Disposition	Format	Source	View
No bill amendments currently on file for Illinois HB1247

Supplemental Documents

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No supplemental documents for Illinois HB1247 currently on file.

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