HB05463

An Act Concerning Highway Safety.

Introduced·3/4/26

Connecticut HB05463 prohibits distracted driving by banning the use of mobile electronic devices while operating a motor vehicle.

Connecticut HB05463 amends state statutes to prohibit the use of mobile electronic devices while operating a motor vehicle. Specifically, it bans holding or supporting a mobile electronic device, including when in hands-free mode, and using a mobile electronic device for any non-voice communication. The bill also makes distracted driving in a highway work zone a reckless driving violation. Violators face fines and potential imprisonment. The act defines "mobile electronic device" to exclude navigation, emergency, and rear-seat entertainment equipment.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

TRA Vote Tally Sheet (Joint Favorable)

34 Yea

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1 Nay

R

1 Absent

R

Calendar

Mar 9

12:00 AM

Transportation Public Hearing

History

Apr 7

House

Reported Out of Legislative Commissioners' Office

Apr 7

House

Favorable Report, Tabled for the Calendar, House

Apr 7

House

House Calendar Number 301