By ROBERT S. MERRILL
Assistant editor
A ban on texting while driving has been passed by both arms of the Idaho Legislature and is on its way to Idaho Governor Butch Otter’s desk for his signature.
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Idaho Rep. Mark Gibbs, R-Grace, said this new law is significant as the session begins to wind down this year. He said the law bans drivers from using cell phones, smartphones, and other hand-held devices to send written communication while driving.
“The law will go into effect on July 1 and is a non-moving infraction. There is an $85 fine for a ticket and it will cost motorists points on their drivers licenses,” he said.
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