Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds made Iowa the 31st state in the country with a hands-free driving law.
The Iowa bill was signed today, a meaningful day for the law to be signed, but it isn’t immediately in effect.
Gov. Kim Reynolds Signs Hand-Free Driving Bill
The Governor said, “30 States across the country have passed lifesaving, hands-free legislation, and today Iowa became number 31. It’s especially meaningful that we did so on April 2, exactly two years to the day Roland Taylor was tragically killed by a distracted driver. It was an honor to sign this bill in his memory and in memory of every Iowan lost to distracted driving.”
What Will Be The Fine For Using A Device While Driving In Iowa?
Like any fine, there will be circumstances surrounding the amount of the fine. But, according to the Des Moines Register, the fine will be $100, up from $45 under current law.
However, if a driver is found guilty of causing injury because of distracted driving could be subject to a $500 fine and a possible suspension of their driver’s license.
When Will The Iowa Hands-Free Bill Go Into Effect?
In 2022, an estimated 3308 people were killed in traffic accidents due to distracted driving. So while the law doesn’t immediately go into effect, don’t drive distracted…