Let the bill-signing season begin. Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger today signed SB 28 by Sen. Joe Simitian to ban text messaging while driving.
The bill starts off with a $20 fine for offenders, with the fine escalating to $50 after the first offense. The law takes effect Jan. 1.
Two years ago, Schwarzenegger signed Simitian legislation to require drivers to use hands-free devices while talking on cell phones.
"I am happy to sign this bill because it further encourages safe and responsible driving," Schwarzenegger said in a statement.
As for you scofflaws planning to read Capitol Alert on your mobile device (at m.capitolalert.com), be forewarned that reading a mobile electronic device is also a violation.
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