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Texting while driving ban passes Senate

A ban on texting while driving passed the state Senate Thursday by a vote of 29 to 21. It's the first time the full Senate has voted on a texting ban.

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      Tips for Teens

     
    • it-can-waitBe Smart. Don't text and drive. No text message is worth being distracted while you drive.
    • Be in contol. Remember it's your phone. You decide when to send and read texts to take control. Consider turning your phone off, setting it to silent or even storing it in the glove box before hitting the road.
    • Be caring. Never send a text message to a friend who is driving to meet you, or to anyone you know is likely behind the wheeel.
    • Be a BFF. Friends don't let friends text and drive.
    		  
         
      Tips for Adults
     
    • Be a resource. Share information with your teens about the risks of texting while driving.
    • Be an example. Don't send the wrong message by texting while you drive. Your teen will follow your example.
    • Be caring. Don't send a test when you know your teen is driving. Wait for them to call or text you once they have arrived safely at their destination.
    • Be aware. Know your options AT&T Smart Limits offers parents an easy way to manage their teen's cell phone and text messaging activity.
    		  
     
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