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.

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.