Enrolled Bill Summary

House Bill 1899	House Author:  Pickett et al.
Effective:  9-1-11	Senate Sponsor:  Rodriguez

            Current law requires the posting of a sign in a school crossing zone regarding the prohibited use of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle.  House Bill 1899 amends the Transportation Code to specify that a political subdivision that by ordinance or rule prohibits the use of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle throughout its jurisdiction is not required to post the sign if the political subdivision posts certain signs regarding the broader prohibition.  The bill adds a provision regarding a political subdivision that is in compliance with the bill's provisions and the availability of the affirmative defense relating to the posting of a sign in a school crossing zone.