That's right. Phoenix, Arizona passed a law this week outlawing TM while driving. A total fine over $400 may be ordered for anyone caught texting while driving. California, New York, New Jersey, Washington and the District of Columbia already have laws in place with fines starting at $20.00 for the first ticket.

Recent tragedies across the country have other states considering similar legislation to curb the use of cellphone and other devices when behind the wheel.In August, 2007 18-year-old Ashley Miller crossed the center line while texting, killing herself and another driver. In June, 2007 a head-on crash in New York killed five teenagers who had just graduated from high school. Seconds before the accident, the 17-year-old driver sent a text message on her cellphone.

What do you think of laws prohibiting the use of distractions while driving? Is it common sense that amounts to legislating against stupidity as British Columbia, Canada argues?  Share your thoughts with others on this important subject.