5037-S.E AMH MORR MUNN 065

ESSB 5037 - H AMD 549

By Representative Morris

FAILED 4/11/2007

   On page 1, beginning on line 15, strike all of sections 2 and 3 and insert the following:

   "NEW SECTION. Sec. 2. A new section is added to chapter 43.43 RCW to read as follows:

   (1) The Washington State Patrol shall conduct emphasis patrols to reduce distracted driving on sections of highway where data regarding distractions contributing to accidents compiled pursuant to RCW 46.52.060 indicates that the sections of highway have a higher than average number of collisions related to driver distractions for at least one year."

   Correct the title.

EFFECT: Removes restrictions on the use of wireless communications devices and requires the Washington State Patrol to conduct emphasis patrols to reduce distracted driving on sections of highway with a higher than average number of accidents related to driver distractions.