Illinois state officials publicize new laws concerning cell phone usage. The state is airing commercials alerting the public that cell phone usage is now restricted while operating a vehicle. … [Read more...] about Illinois Launches Ads Focusing on New Texting Ban
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Governor Quinn Signs Bill to Ban Texting While Driving: New Legislation Will Save Lives on Roads in Illinois
Governor Pat Quinn signed a bill that bans text messaging while driving while driving in Illinois. He also signed legislation that makes it illegal to talk on a cell phone while driving through a … [Read more...] about Governor Quinn Signs Bill to Ban Texting While Driving: New Legislation Will Save Lives on Roads in Illinois
Police Admit Pa. Texting Ban Hard to Enforce
Pennsylvania lawmakers continue the attempt to pass a ban on text messaging while driving. However, enforcing the ban would be an issue. … [Read more...] about Police Admit Pa. Texting Ban Hard to Enforce
Pa. House Panel OKs Ban on Texting While Driving
Pennsylvania has passed the legislation to ban text messaging while driving. The fine for violations would be $50, or $100 if the violation occurs in a school or work zone. … [Read more...] about Pa. House Panel OKs Ban on Texting While Driving
Driver-Eye-Movement-Based Investigation for Improving Work-Zone Safety
Crashes continue to be a problem in work zones. Analyses have indicated that rear-end and sideswipe crashes are the most frequent. Investigators have hypothesized that distractions are often the cause … [Read more...] about Driver-Eye-Movement-Based Investigation for Improving Work-Zone Safety
Evaluation of a Motorist Awareness System
The objective of this study was to determine the effects of a Motorist Awareness System (MAS) on vehicle speeds in highway work zones. Spot speed studies were conducted prior to, within, and near the … [Read more...] about Evaluation of a Motorist Awareness System