Now, it could become illegal to do so. A bill in the New York State Senate seeks to ban pedestrians from using portable electronic devices while crossing the road. Fines would range from $25 to $250.The statewide ban would include texting, checking emails, and browsing the internet, with exceptions for emergencies.'It's OK to wait the 5 seconds'Read MoreThe bill was introduced in the State Assembly last year by Assembly Member Felix W. Ortiz.
"I don't support the concept in its current form," Kennedy said in a statement to CNN."As someone who has rallied for significant pedestrian safety reforms for years, I prioritize the protection and security of all New Yorkers, but it appears to me as though this is an overreach of government.
I also don’t like it when people are busy with their phones while they’re walking. But I think it might sound so stupid to make it illegal 😅
And when you’re reading a book while crossing? Eating a Big Mac? Putting on your lipstick? Talking to your child?
Well under 30s cant walk and chew gum at the same time after all
Ideas that saves lives are good ones...make it law NY.
This is so foolish and is never going to happen. 🤡
good / i also appreciate NY law about driving with phone - three strikes adios to your NY DL
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