New law expands the definition of distracted driving
The legislation would expand the definition of distracted driving to include holding a mobile electronic device, having a video playing while driving and failing to maintain a proper lookout while driving.
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Gov. Ned Lamont signed a bill Friday that is aimed at preventing distracted driving.
The legislation would expand the definition of distracted driving to include holding a mobile electronic device, having a video playing while driving and failing to maintain a proper lookout while driving.
The bill will go into effect Oct. 1
Connecticut already prohibits drivers from using hand-held mobile devices.
