New Cell Phone Legislation In Debate

Holding a cell phone, or other electronic device while driving in Ohio…would be illegal, under legislation introduced Monday…that takes aim at distracted driving…by targeting not just texting but scrolling through social media and other hands-on phone uses. Having an electronic device in your hand while behind the wheel would also become a primary offense, meaning police wouldn’t need another reason such as speeding to pull drivers over, according to the bill…which has bi-partisan support. The measure incorporates many of the concepts pushed unsuccessfully last year by Gov., DeWine…and proposed again in this year’s state budget.