HB307 Alabama 2011 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Joe Hubbard

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2011

Title

Motor vehicles, school bus operation, handheld cell phone or handheld wireless communication device, use while driving prohibited, exceptions, penalties

Summary

HB307 would prohibit school bus drivers from communicating on a cell phone while driving a school bus, with penalties and an emergency exception.

What This Bill Does

It bans operating a school bus while using a cell phone. It defines 'cell phone' broadly as devices capable of sending or receiving calls or texts without an active service line. Violations can lead to fines of up to $100 per incident. The bill includes an emergency exception and would take effect after passage and governor's approval.

Who It Affects

• School bus drivers would be prohibited from using a cell phone while operating a bus.
• School districts or bus contractors would need to enforce the rule and handle any driver violations.

Key Provisions

• Prohibits operating a school bus while communicating on a cell phone.
• Emergency exception allowing use of a cell phone for emergencies.
• Penalty: fine up to $100 per violation.
• Definition of 'cell phone' to include cellular, analog, wireless, or digital devices capable of sending or receiving telephone or text communications without an active service line.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Motor Vehicles