SENATE PASSES LEGISLATION TO STRENGTHEN LAW ON
TEXT MESSAGING WHILE DRIVING
New Law Would Elevate Text Messaging While Driving Violation to a Primary Offense
Assembly Also Expected To Act Today
The New York State Senate today passed a bill (S.5643) that will make it easier for law enforcement to crack down on texting-while-driving offenses and prevent tragic accidents caused by drivers distracted by texting. The bill represents an agreement with the State Assembly which is also expected to act on the legislation today.
The bill is sponsored by Senator Carl L. Marcellino (R-Syosset), Senator Jim Alesi (R-C-I, Perinton), and Senator Joseph Robach (R-C-I, Rochester).