In this Palm Beach Post article, we learn that the Florida Senate easily passed a bill that would ban texting and driving throughout Florida and would provide penalties up to 6 points if the activity caused the accident. Unfortunately, it appears that the measure with fail in the Florida House.
To see the impact texting while driving, you need only see this accident simulation.
Let your Congressional representatives know what you think about the bill. To find out who your representatives are, click here.