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Senate Hearing Jan 27th on bill to ban texting while driving

Submitted by Brent Hugh on Wed, 01/20/2010 - 4:33pm

Senator Ryan McKenna has introduced SB701, a bill to ban texting while driving for drivers of all ages.

Last year a bill was passed banning texting while driving for drivers under the age of 21.  McKenna's bill will expand the prohibition on texting to all drivers.

Reducing distracted driving--one of the top causes of motor vehicle injuries and deaths--is one of the top priorities in MoBikeFed's Legislative Platform. 

Improving roadway safety is one of the top priorities in our Vision for Bicycling and Walking--because it seems that people who bicycle or walk end up taking the brunt of dangerous driving more than their fair share.

To show your support for the bill to ban texting while driving you can:

  • Contact bill sponsor Senator Ryan McKenna
    rmckenna@senate.mo.gov or (573) 751-1492 

  • Contact the Chair of the Senate Transportation Committee, Bill Stouffer
    bstouffer@senate.mo.gov or (573) 751-1507

  • Contact members of the Senate Transportation Committee

  • Suggested message: I support SB 701, which will ban texting while driving
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