According to an article on the Garden Island newspaper's website,
"First-term Councilman Derek Kawakami intends to introduce a bill in coming weeks that would make it illegal for Kaua‘i drivers to use handheld electronic devices when behind the wheel."
This is a great thing and Councilman Kawakami should be commended. We all know how convenient it is to use cell phones while driving but we also know how dangerous it can be. This is a great move that will make Kauai's roadways even safer for all of us.
We've seen the results of cell phone use while driving. This distraction is responsible for many accidents, many of which end up in serious injury or even death. I hope this bill gets to the Council floor soon, and there are no delays in it's passage. This bill will save lives.
It amazes me how people can drive their vehicles while talking on the phone, putting on makeup, messing with their stereos, all at the same time. Multi-tasking is a great skill, but should not be practiced while driving. It is tough enough focusing on driving on Kauai's roads. The additional distractions of the use of electronics are simply unnecessary. Let your Councilmembers know that you support this very important bill. Thanks Councilman Kawakami.
It's about time! It will be interesting to see what the publics thoughts are on this one.
ReplyDeleteYes, it will be interesting to see how the Police department will be enforcing yet another law and what amount of fines will be assigned. I support this bill for the safety of both the elderly and the young ones. My family experienced several incidents where drivers talking on their cell phones ran the red lights. Thankfully it did not result in an accident because we would have been caught up in it one way or another.
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