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Hands-free phone bill seen missing mark on safety

BOSTON – Even those supporting legislation that would ban the use of handheld mobile devices while behind the wheel agree that the measure won't eliminate the scourge of distracted driving. Up for debate at the State House on Thursday, the bill (S 2093) would harden Massachusetts' stance against

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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

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Hands-free phone measure advances in Massachusetts House

BOSTON – Bay State lawmakers are pushing forward a bill that would permit only hands-free cell phone use while driving in Massachusetts. Currently, engaging in text messaging while driving is illegal, as is any cell phone use by minors while behind the wheel. The measure proposed by state Rep. William Straus