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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 14, 2006

For More Information, Contact:
Paige Schoknecht (650) 688-6384
Hema Sareen Mohan (650) 688-6384

GOVERNOR TO SIGN HANDS-FREE CELL PHONE BILL

WHAT:
Governor Schwarzenegger announced today that he will hold a bill signing ceremony in Oakland to sign into law State Senator Joe Simitian’s (D-Palo Alto) SB 1613, which will require California drivers who choose to use a cell phone while driving to use a hands-free device.  The bill, which will go into effect on July 1, 2008, allows exceptions for drivers calling law enforcement or public safety agencies, as well as emergency services personnel driving authorized vehicles.

WHEN:
Friday, September 15, 2006, at 11:15 am

WHERE:
Oakland Hilton Airport Hotel
One Hegenberger Road
Oakland

HOW:
All credentialed reporters and photographers are invited.  Please bring certified media credentials.

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