As a medical professional, I have witnessed the devastating consequences of distracted driving firsthand. Too often, lives are lost and families shattered due to drivers using their phones for texting or live video streaming while at the wheel. One such distraction that is increasingly becoming a cause for concern is Facebook Live streaming while driving.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2018 alone, distracted driving claimed the lives of 2,841 people in the United States. This includes 1,730 drivers, 605 passengers, 400 pedestrians and 77 bicyclists (source: NHTSA). These figures underline how critical it is to address this issue urgently.

We need stricter regulations against using social media platforms like Facebook Live while driving. This will not only help reduce distractions but also save countless lives on our roads every year.

By signing this petition you are supporting a call for change that could potentially save thousands of lives by prohibiting Facebook Live streaming while operating a vehicle. Please sign this petition today and help us make our roads safer for everyone.