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SB 935

Relating to: prohibiting the use of phones while driving a motor vehicle and providing a penalty.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jesse James

Wisconsin bill prohibiting handheld phone use while driving fails to pass; would establish penalties for distracted driving violations.

Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
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Bill Summary · SB 935

Legislative bill overview

SB 935 would establish a statewide prohibition on using phones while driving a motor vehicle in Wisconsin and create penalties for violations. The bill was introduced in February 2026 but failed to advance out of committee in March 2026.

Why is this important

Distracted driving is a documented public safety hazard linked to thousands of accidents annually. This bill represents an attempt to address that risk through legal restriction, though Wisconsin currently has limited statewide restrictions on handheld device use while driving compared to many other states.

Potential points of contention

  • Enforcement challenges: Determining when someone is "using" a phone versus having it present, and the resources required for consistent enforcement
  • Exceptions and scope: Questions about what constitutes prohibited use (calls, texts, GPS navigation, hands-free devices) and whether certain uses should be exempted
  • Personal liberty concerns: Debate over whether this represents appropriate government regulation of individual behavior versus overreach into private choices

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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