Gov. Dannel P. Malloy says he believes Connecticut’s law banning the use of cellphones and mobile electronic devices while driving — yet still allows hands-free devices — is enough to protect the public, The Associated Press reports.
Malloy told reporters on Wednesday that he believes “there’s a certain amount of overreach” with the National Transportation Safety Board’s recent recommendation that states impose a total ban, except for emergencies.
The governor said there many distractions, including radios and children in the back seat.
The NTSB also called on states to aggressively enforce their laws against texting, emailing or using a cellphone or device while driving.
