SB359

Revise traffic laws related to distracted driving

Failed·5/23/25

Montana SB359 aims to prohibit distracted driving by banning the use of portable electronic devices while operating a motor vehicle.

Montana SB359 revises traffic laws to prohibit distracted driving related to mobile devices. It bans the use of portable electronic devices while operating a motor vehicle unless the device is used in a hands-free manner for navigation, global positioning, or obtaining motor vehicle information. Exceptions include emergency communications and occupational duties. Violators face fines and point penalties. The bill also amends the point schedule for traffic violations.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

51 Yea

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47 Nay

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2 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 21, 2025

8:00 AM

House Judiciary Hearing

Feb 26, 2025

3:00 PM

Senate Highways and Transportation Hearing

History

May 23, 2025

Senate

(S) Died in Process

Apr 17, 2025

House

(H) Taken from Committee; Placed on 2nd Reading (H) Judiciary

Apr 10, 2025

House

(H) Taken from Committee; Placed on 2nd Reading (H) Judiciary