BUTTE - Butte-Silver Bow County commissioners have approved a ban on the use of hand-held electronic devices while driving.

The commissioners voted 6-5 to adopt a new ordinance, which will take effect May 6. Those caught violating the ordinance face a $100 fine.

Commissioner Terry Schultz introduced the ordinance. He says he's been working for about nine months on the issue. He first sought a ban on texting while driving, but that failed.

He then met with local police and developed the new ordinance, which bans the use of cell phones, portable music players and stereo remotes while driving. Hands-free devices are still allowed and those who use two-way radios for their jobs will be able to continue doing that.

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