Purpose of the Bill:

The purpose of this bill is to modify existing laws around the use of electronic screens in vehicles while driving to enhance road safety.

Main Provisions:

• Defining Dynamic Content: The bill introduces a definition for "dynamic content" as types of electronic media with visual movement or change, such as video calls, video conferencing, gaming, and interactive media.
• Electronic Devices and Systems: It covers various electronic devices, including tablets, laptops, digital video players, gaming devices, and vehicle interface systems, which might display dynamic content.
• Prohibition: When a vehicle is moving or part of traffic, drivers are prohibited from looking at any electronic device or vehicle system displaying dynamic content unless it's directly related to the vehicle's essential functions like operation, safety, or navigation.

Significant Changes:

• Expanded Definitions: New terms "dynamic content," "electronic device," and "vehicle interface system" are introduced, broadening the scope of what's covered under the law.
• Exemptions: The bill outlines specific instances where the prohibition does not apply. This includes devices in law enforcement and emergency vehicles, closed-circuit video systems aiding visibility, navigation systems, and systems used in intelligent vehicle highway applications.

Exemptions:

• Devices installed in law enforcement or emergency vehicles during official duties.
• Closed-circuit video systems designed to help the driver see around their vehicle.
• Navigation systems used solely for directional purposes.
• Devices used within the requirements of the existing law concerning wireless communication.
• Devices providing only passive visual information.

Relevant Terms:

dynamic content, electronic device, vehicle interface system, video calls, gaming, interactive media, law enforcement vehicles, emergency vehicles, closed-circuit video, navigation systems, intelligent vehicle highway applications.