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156 Journal of Proceedings Jan. 26, 2007
Annapolis, Maryland
Friday, January 26, 2007
The House met at 11:05 A.M. and pledged Allegiance to the Flag.
Prayer by Delegate Melony G. Griffith of Prince George’s County.
QUORUM CALL
The presiding officer announced a quorum call, showing 125 Members present.
(See Roll Call No. 28)
The Journal of January 25, 2007 was read and approved.
EXCUSES:
Del. Cane – business/National AG Conference – D.C.
Del. V. Clagett – funeral
Del. Goldwater – illness
Del. McKee – doctor’s appointment
Del. Ross – out of town
Del. V. Turner – medical
INTRODUCTION OF BILLS
House Bill 174 – Delegates Olszewski, Aumann, Barkley, Bobo, Bromwell, Cardin,
G. Clagett, Manno, Minnick, Mizeur, Pendergrass, and Weir
AN ACT concerning
Vehicle Laws – Distracted Driving and Use of Wireless Communication Devices
While Driving – Prohibitions
FOR the purpose of providing that a person who drives a motor vehicle in an inattentive
manner under certain circumstances is guilty of distracted driving; prohibiting a
driver of a certain school vehicle from using certain wireless communication
devices; prohibiting the holder of a learner’s instructional permit or a provisional
driver’s license who is 18 years of age or older from driving a motor vehicle while