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"Violators would have the option of paying the $100 fine or taking a distracted driver safety course. The bill defines distracted driving as engaging in any activity that isn't necessary to operating the vehicle and that impairs the motorist's ability to drive safely. Drivers using hands-free devices would be exempted."
Bischoff reported the feds say distraction contributes to 16 percent of fatal crashes; teens are big offenders, studies show — but hardly the only ones.
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