Signed by Governor Josh Shapiro

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to concur with senate amendments and final pass a bill that prohibits distracted driving and establishes penalties in Pennsylvania.

Highlights:

• Establishes Paul Miller’s Law (Sec. 1). 

• Prohibits the usage of interactive mobile devices on the road while driving (Sec. 1). 

• Exempts individuals who are trying to connect with law enforcement and first responders (Sec. 1). 

• Establishes a fine of $50 for the offense (Sec. 1). 

• Prohibits the seizure of mobile devices for this act (Sec. 1). 

• Requires the dissemination of education materials concerning the prohibition of mobile phones (Sec. 1). 

• Defines certain terms (Sec. 1).

Full Bill Text

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to concur with house amendments and further amend a bill that prohibits distracted driving and establishes penalties in Pennsylvania.

Highlights:

• Establishes Paul Miller’s Law (Sec. 1). 

• Prohibits the usage of interactive mobile devices on the road while driving (Sec. 1). 

• Exempts individuals who are trying to connect with law enforcement and first responders (Sec. 1). 

• Establishes a fine of $50 for the offense (Sec. 1). 

• Prohibits the seizure of mobile devices for this act (Sec. 1). 

• Requires the dissemination of education materials concerning the prohibition of mobile phones (Sec. 1). 

• Defines certain terms (Sec. 1).

Full Bill Text