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Handheld device ban for drivers passes Mass. Senate

BOSTON – Following up on a 2010 law that critics say has been ineffective, the Massachusetts Senate on Thursday approved a ban on the use of hand-held cell phones and other electronic devices while driving. After an afternoon of debate on more than 20 amendments, the Senate passed the measure that

Massachusetts

Mass. drivers would have to put devices down under bill on Senate agenda

STATE HOUSE — On the heels of a 2010 law that one senator calls a "mess," the Senate next week is set to consider a bill banning driving while holding a handheld electronic device. The 2010 law banned texting while driving but distracted driving associated with the use of