Governor signs laws to crack down on distracted driving in Michigan

CADILLAC — Better let that call go to voicemail. On Wednesday, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed three bills aimed at reducing distracted driving, including one that makes it illegal to send and receive calls without the use of hands-free technology. “I’m proud to sign today’s legislation to reduce distracted driving in Michigan,” Whitmer said. “Too many Michiganders have lost loved ones to distracted driving, and everyone should be safe on their way to school, home or work. “Our goal is to see zero traffic deaths by 2050 and I know that...