Cell phone ban suggested by NTSB - Noooo....

In early December the federal NTSB published a statement that was picked up by news broadcasters (e.g., CNN and FoxNews).The NTSB would like to see a nationwide ban of cell phone use by drivers of cars, trucks, trains. Telephone conversations, texting, and whatever else they can think of are included.

My opinion?

We don't need federal or state bans on cell phone usage or on any questionable activities in cars.

Laws will never keep pace with technology. There are "careless" or "reckless" or "distracted" driving statutes on the books of all states; use 'em. These statutes already cover a multitude of driving sins. Whether talking, texting, drinking hot coffee, eating a greasy hamburger or discipling children, this stuff is already covered. Stop trying to spell out every possible movement or activity in the car.

Consider the extension of the ban mentality. How about banning GPSs, iPods or external satellite receivers? Add the business, private and amateur transceivers to the mix. Where does it all stop?

Whatever happened to personal responsibility? Heck, I would have to worry more about what my parents would have to say or do than anything the policeman might do. We don't need the states or feds involved. The states should simplify, not complicate, driving regulations.

So what say you?__________________