12/31/08-A bill has died in committee that was intended to reduce distractions for young drivers. The Senate already approved it.
Sponsored by Sen. Martin Golden, R-Brooklyn, S8332 would have prohibited teens under 18 from the use of any hand-held electronic device while driving. GPS navigation systems were included in the ban.

7/25/08-A bill in the Assembly Transportation Committee is intended to reduce distractions for young drivers. The Senate already approved it.
Sponsored by Sen. Martin Golden, R-Brooklyn, S8332 would prohibit teens under 18 from the use of any hand-held electronic device while driving. GPS navigation systems are included in the ban.
For bill status, call (518) 455-7545. In New York, call 1-800-342-9860.