Massachusetts TEXTING bill

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Delaware just passed hands free phones for all person except emergency personel and it is going to the Gov. who is expected to sign it. Starts in 180 days after signing and has a $50.00 fine with no points to driving record.


http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/23991389/detail.html?taf=bos Mass. Lawmakers Agree To Ban Texting While Driving Bill Would Set New Standards For Older Drivers POSTED: 12:31 pm EDT June 22, 2010 UPDATED: 6:39 am EDT June 23, 2010 Email Print Comments (65) BOSTON -- Massachusetts House and Senate negotiators are unveiling a final version of a bill aimed at clamping down on distracted drivers.
The bill released Tuesday would ban all drivers, including police, from sending text messages while behind the wheel. Violators would face a $100 fine for a first offense.
The bill would also ban drivers under 18 from using cell phones.
Those who do would face a fine and license suspension. Drivers over 18 would still be able to use cell phones.
Those 75 or over would have to get eye tests before renewing their driver's licenses every five years. The bill also requires the Registrar of Motor Vehicles to come up with a list of impairments that could help determine a driver's skills.
Lawmakers must approve the bill before sending it to Gov. Deval Patrick.