#Electronic Devices
First day of cell phone ban in Maui County: July 6, 2010
Maui Mayor Charmaine Tavares will sign a new ordinance into law today, restricting use of cell phones and mobile electronic devices while driving. Maui becomes the last county in the state to implement such a ban. The law allows the use of cell phones if they are operated with a hands-free device, such as Bluetooth […]
Maui drivers go handsfree on July 6th as new cell phone bill becomes law
Maui Drivers have one week to prepare for a new law that goes into effect on Tuesday banning the hands-on use of cell phones and mobile electronic devices while driving. Bill 40 gained unanimous passage by the Maui County Council on June 18th and takes effect upon the Mayor’s signature on July 6, 2010. “As […]
Maui cell phone driving ban passes 2nd and final reading
By Wendy Osher Maui becomes the final county in the state to pass a cell phone ban while driving. The item passed second and final reading today with seven council members in favor and two members (Michael Victorino and Bill Medeiros) excused. Maui’s bill differs from other counties in that it also specifically restricts drivers […]
Maui cell phone ban passes first hurdle out of committee
By Wendy Osher A cell phone ban bill advanced out of committee today and now moves on to the full council for first and second reading. Maui is the last county in the state to consider legislation calling for the ban on use of cell phones and other electronic devices while driving. The bill was […]
Maui committee to consider cell phone driving ban
(Posted by Wendy Osher @ 9:50 a.m. 4/6/10) Maui council members will consider a bill next week that seeks to prohibit the use of cell phones and other electronic devices while driving. The bill was introduced by Councilmember Joseph Pontanilla and will be heard by the council’s Committee of the Whole. “The proposed bill mirrors […]
