COLUMBIA, S.C. -- South Carolina motorists would be fined $25 if they're caught sending or reading text messages while they drive under legislation that won approval in the House.

The chamber gave the bill a second reading by a 98-18 vote on Wednesday. Final approval is expected on Thursday.

Opponents tried to broaden the bill's scope.

Republican state Rep. Kris Crawford, of Florence, proposed ticketing drivers for taking off a jacket, eating a sandwich or putting on makeup while driving. He also wanted the bill to include a ban on drivers handling iPods.

The bill started out with a $100 fine with the loss of two driving record points. The penalty under the current proposal carries the $25 fine but no points.

Violations can't be reported to insurers.

After Thursday's mostly procedural vote, the bill will move to the South Carolina Senate.