Texas A&M Transportation Institute- Center for Transportation Safety

On April 26, North Dakota became the 31st state to ban texting while driving. The law will go into effect August 1, and will carry a fine of $100 for those caught texting while driving. On his blog, U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood said, “North Dakota roads will be safer for everyone as a result, and I can't think of a more fitting outcome for Distracted Driving Awareness Month.” In Texas, texting while driving is banned for … [Read more...]