Traffic safety groups from across Michigan are applauding Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s move on Wednesday to sign bills that will update the state’s distracted driving law.
The new hands-free law prohibits drivers from holding an electronic device while driving for purposes such as the use of social media, video streaming, and sending or receiving calls.
These laws expand Michigan’s current distracted driving law which prohibits texting while driving.
Triple A- The Auto Club Group, said in a press release they were glad to hear about the signing of the bills as the move will be greatly beneficial to Michiganders in keeping roads safer.
Adrienne Woodland, a spokesperson for Triple A Michigan
“Today, with the advancements of in-vehicle technology and the use of cell phones in our daily lives, drivers have the potential to be more distracted than ever before,” said Adrienne Woodland, a spokesperson for Triple A Michigan.
“Michigan’s new distracted driving laws are more in line with current trends and wil help prevent drivers from becoming another statistic.”
The new laws will take effect June 30th.
