The End Distracted Driving Iowa Coalition is officially launching a statewide campaign to advocate for a full hands-free driving law in Iowa.
Supported by more than 25 organizations representing law enforcement, healthcare, labor, business, transportation, insurance, and state agencies, the coalition’s mission is to reduce distracted driving by advocating for a comprehensive hands-free driving law in Iowa.
Luke Hoffman, Executive Director of the Iowa Bicycle Coalition, is part of the End Distracted Driving Iowa Coalition and was willing to talk about the importance of this law being passed in Iowa.
Unfortunately, Iowans are frequently using their devices while driving; 96% of residents report regularly seeing others driving with a cellphone in hand, according to the Governor’s Safety Traffic Bureau’s annual State Fair survey.
Luke goes on to talk about Who they have gotten together in this coalition to make sure this Hands-Free while Driving law gets recognized and passed.
Luke Hoffman, Executive Director of the Iowa Bicycle Coalition, has been in the forefront on the “End Distracted Driving Iowa Coalition” committee and says that he cant think of another safety law for Iowans that is this important, since the seat belt laws went into place.
Luke encourages you to contact your local law makers and voice your support for the “Hands-Free while Driving” Law. The coalition aims to raise awareness, promote safer roads, and pass this critical legislation during the 2025 Iowa legislative session.