by WRN Contributor | Dec 2, 2010
Wisconsin’s new ban on texting while driving is a prime example of “feel good legislation” that really doesn’t do anything. That’s the feeling of Jim Baxter, President of the National Motorists Association, based in Waunakee. Baxter says...
by Andrew Beckett | Dec 1, 2010
Sending a text message or e-mail while the wheel of a vehicle could end up earning you a ticket, as a statewide ban on texting and driving takes effect today in Wisconsin. The ban is intended to put a stop to a major distraction for many drivers. Pam Moen of...
by Bob Hague | Apr 13, 2010
The state Senate has passed a ban on texting while driving – again. Debate seemed familiar, since the Senate passed a texting ban back in October. State Senator Jeff Plale of South Milwaukee still opposes it. “It’s feel good nonsense,” the...
by WRN Contributor | Apr 3, 2010
A state Senate Committee this week deadlocked on a bill to ban texting while driving, but the issue could still advance to the Senate floor. De Pere Republican, Senator Alan Lasee hopes so. “It’s a dangerous, dangerous practice,” says Lasee....
by WRN Contributor | Oct 23, 2009
A statewide ban on texting while driving seems to be on the fast-track at the Capitol. It passed the Senate by an overwhelming margin earlier this week. Now, the Assembly author Peter Barca (D-Kenosha) expects quick action in his house. The state Representative from...
