OKLAHOMA CITY -
Oklahoma is one of
just 11 states that does not ban texting for all drivers. Although it's not
illegal for adults to text and drive in Oklahoma, there is a push at this
year's OKC Auto Show to warn people of the deadly consequences.
3/18/2011 Related Story: Oklahoma House Kills Texting While Driving Ban, Debate Not Over
Most of us have
heard the statistics –- a vehicle moving at 55 mph will travel the length of a
football field during the time it takes to compose a 5-second text. Experts say
texting while driving can be worse than drunk driving.
"Everyone is well
aware of the dangers of drinking while driving," AT&T spokesperson Jason
Constable said. "What we're trying to do is say texting while driving is just
as dangerous."
2/27/2013 Related Story: Supporters Of Texting While Driving Ban Rally At OK Capitol
AT&T is
teaching a valuable lesson with a driving simulator at this year's OKC Auto
Show.
"It was fun,"
simulator participant Jeff Ray said. "It gives you a good idea of why you
shouldn't text and drive."
Right now, a bill
banning the practice is on life support. The bill is currently tabled. It's not
even on the schedule for a vote.
2/27/2013 Related Story: Oklahoma Lawmakers Push For Ban On Texting While Driving
Although it is
rare, it is possible for House Speaker T.W. Shannon to take the bill out of
committee and bring it to a vote. So, News 9 called Shannon's office to see
what the he thinks.
"Our official
statement on the texting while driving bill situation is we are reviewing
several options at this time," Joe Griffin, speaker of the house spokesperson
said.
The speaker's
office would not tell News 9 what those options are.
Download a free app from AT&T designed to prevent texting
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