Distracted driving, especially due to cell phone usage, has been a plague on our society since handheld cell phones were created. Thousands, if not millions, of families have faced devastating consequences, both physically and financially, because of distracted drivers. The urgency to tackle this issue has never been greater, and it is time for us to demand change to protect our loved ones on the road.

California has taken a significant step by implementing a no-touch law that prohibits drivers from holding their phones while behind the wheel. This law aims to reduce distracted driving and has shown promising results in creating safer roads for everyone. However, to truly make an impact on a national scale, we need to implement this law across all states, making it a federal mandate.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, distracted driving claimed 3,142 lives in 2019. This alarming statistic highlights the critical need for nationwide legislation. A federal no-touch law would create a uniform safety standard, eliminating confusion for drivers traveling between states and reinforcing the importance of focusing on the road rather than their phones.

Moreover, similar laws have proven effective in various regions, showing reductions in road accidents and fatalities. By establishing a federal no-touch law, we can emulate these successes nationwide, ultimately saving lives and fostering a more conscientious driving environment.

We urge lawmakers to prioritize this issue and take decisive action to enact a federal no-touch law. By doing so, we can combat distracted driving, safeguard our citizens, and ensure that every family returns home safely at the end of the day.

Join us in our efforts to make our roads safer for everyone. Sign this petition to demand that the U.S. government enacts a federal no-touch law now.