2015 Regular Session APPROVED
SENATE CONCURRENT STUDY REQUEST NO. 1
BY SENATOR DORSEY-COLOMB
A CONCURRENT STUDY REQUEST
To request the Senate Committee on Transportation, Highways, and Public Works and the
House Committee on Transportation, Highways, and Public Works to meet and
function as a joint committee to study the impact of and penalties for texting or using
social media while driving in Louisiana.
WHEREAS, recognizing the safety hazards associated with driving while using
wireless communication devices, the Louisiana Legislature enacted R.S. 32:300.5, 300.6,
300.7, and 300.8, all of which prohibit or restrict the use of wireless communication devices
while operating a motor vehicle; and
WHEREAS, despite certain statutory restrictions, Louisiana drivers continue to use
wireless communication devices while operating a motor vehicle; and
WHEREAS, in Louisiana and nationally, accidents resulting from distracted drivers
are increasing; and
WHEREAS, existing fines and penalties do not appear to deter use of wireless
communication devices while driving.
THEREFORE, the Legislature of Louisiana requests that the Senate Committee on
Transportation, Highways, and Public Works and the House Committee on Transportation,
Highways, and Public Works to meet and function as a joint committee to study the impact
of and penalties for texting or using social media while driving.
A copy of this Study Request shall be transmitted to deputy secretary of the
Department of Public Safety and Corrections.
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