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April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Despite a statewide texting ban, distracted driving is still a major cause of trauma in Texas. April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month and TETAF encourages all stakeholders to spread the word on common driving distractions, including: Answering a call Responding to a text Checking email Eating Socializing with friends in the car Listening to loud music…
Read MoreStatewide Texting Ban Go Into Effect
Effective today, Texas has implemented a state-wide ban on texting while driving. Thank you to all the advocates who worked over the past decade to pass this common-sense, life-saving measure!
Read MoreAustin American Statesman: Gov. Greg Abbott calls for roll back of city cellphone ordinances
This article appeared in the Austin American Statesman on July 13, 2017. _________________________ While Texans are prohibited to text while driving come Sept. 1, Gov. Greg Abbott wants to take it one step further. In the upcoming special session looming over lawmakers, Abbott has called for a state law that would roll back any local ordinances that…
Read MoreGovernor Signs Statewide Texting Ban
The Governor today signed HB 62 into law, creating a statewide texting ban. The bill will take effect Sept. 1, 2017. HB 62 is the result of years of dedicated advocacy by injury prevention and emergency healthcare professionals around the state.
Read MoreJust Drive Social Media Campaign
TETAF has launched a social media campaign as part of the Just Drive injury prevention initiative. Like us on Facebook at: Just Drive TETAF and follow us on Twitter: @JustDrive_TETAF. Check out the social media guide to learn how you can help spread the work via social media. Read more about the campaign and how…
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