HB 1180 (1992): banning the use of headphones by motorists, bicyclists, and moped operators.

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HB 1180 (1992)

banning the use of headphones by motorists, bicyclists, and moped operators.

  • Status: Killed
  • Term: 1991-1992
  • House committee: Transportation
  • Subject: Motor Vehicles

The Story

It was introduced on January 8, 1992 and referred to the House Transportation committee. The committee held a public hearing on January 23, 1992. The majority of the committee recommended that the House kill it by a vote of 9–2. On February 6, 1992 the House voted to kill it on a voice vote.

Sponsors

  • Rep. Calawa (Hills 14) (prime sponsor)
  • Rep. L'Heureux (Hills 13)
  • Rep. Apple (Merr 9)

Hearings and Sessions

  • January 23, 1992, 11:00 AM: hearing, House Transportation, RM203,LOB

Votes

  • February 6, 1992, House: Inexpedient to Legislate — voice vote, passed

The Docket

  • January 8, 1992: INTRODUCED AND REF TO TRANSPORTATION
  • January 8, 1992: IN SEAT POCKET ON 01/08/92 DUE ON 02/26/92
  • January 23, 1992: HEARING JAN23 11:00 RM203,LOB FOR: TRANSPORTATION
  • January 30, 1992: MAJ REPORT ITL FOR FEB06 (VOTE 9-2)
  • February 6, 1992: ITL REPORT ADOPTED VV; HJ29,P756

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