SB324

Prohibiting the use of a mobile telephone while operating a motor vehicle in school or construction zones and providing penalties for violations thereof.

Introduced·1/14/26
Introduced Text

Kansas SB324 prohibits using mobile phones while driving in school or construction zones, with exceptions and penalties.

Kansas SB324 amends traffic regulations to prohibit the use of mobile telephones while operating a motor vehicle in school zones or road construction zones. Exceptions include law enforcement, emergency services, and hands-free devices. Violations result in fines, with escalating penalties for repeat offenses. The act also outlines a uniform fine schedule for various traffic infractions and specifies that certain fines double if committed in school zones. The act takes effect upon publication in the statute book.

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Where it stands

Current
Transportation Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Jan 27

8:30 AM

Senate Transportation Hearing

History

Feb 24

Senate

Senate Withdrawn from Committee on Ways and Means; Rereferred to Committee on Transportation

Feb 19

Senate

Senate Withdrawn from Committee on Judiciary; Referred to Committee on Ways and Means

Feb 16

Senate

Senate Be passed over and retain a place on the Calendar