Granholm to sign texting-while-driving ban Friday on 'Oprah'

[Bozita]

Source: Detroit News

Last Updated: April 28. 2010 4:16PM
Granholm to sign texting-while-driving ban Friday on 'Oprah'
David Shepardson / Detroit News Washington Bureau


Gov. Jennifer Granholm plans to sign the state's texting while driving ban legislation in Detroit on Friday during a broadcast of the "Oprah Winfrey Show." Liz Boyd, a spokeswoman for the governor, confirmed the details of Granholm's signing plans.

The House passed the third and final bill in a texting ban package by a 82-22 vote today. The Senate has passed the bill so it now goes to Granholm for her signature.

"Texting while driving is a dangerous habit that too many drivers take part in," bill sponsor Rep. Lee Gonzales, D-Flint, said in a statement. "Michigan now joins the ranks of nearly two dozen other states that are taking action to save lives and make our roads safer."

Winfrey will dedicate Friday's program to distracted driving and will feature an appearance by Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood.

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[Lautremont]

1. As long as sexting while driving remains legal, I'll be fine.

[UrbScotty]

3. You may need to move to South Carolina

I'm sure Mark Sanford would support your right to text while driving.

[blue_onyx]

2. Great!

Texting while driving needs to be banned. Just the other day, a car in front of me drifted into the turn lane. He looked up and then got back into the correct lane as if it was no big deal.

[No Elephants]

4. Geez. Talk about a slow news day.