NE2: Northeast Region Distracted Drivers Act [Failed]

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The Assembly will now consider the following legislation introduced by the Representative from RI.  Debate will last 72 hours.

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This legislation has the greatest intention, but I see it as over-reaching, and unenforceable.  We're going to fine people for smoking, eating, and drinking?  What evidence do you have that these activities result in enough incidences to warrant punishment, or removing such freedoms?

I understand the whole "texting" dilemma with young teens, and you'd be better off introducing a bill that covers this area, and leaves out other "distractions".  In all honesty, I don't even see this bill achieving its intended purpose, but I'd be willing to listen to any such data in support of proposals similar to this.

[Cincinnatus]

This legislation has the greatest intention, but I see it as over-reaching, and unenforceable.  We're going to fine people for smoking, eating, and drinking?  What evidence do you have that these activities result in enough incidences to warrant punishment, or removing such freedoms?

I understand the whole "texting" dilemma with young teens, and you'd be better off introducing a bill that covers this area, and leaves out other "distractions".  In all honesty, I don't even see this bill achieving its intended purpose, but I'd be willing to listen to any such data in support of proposals similar to this.

Well, present an amendment if you feel that strongly about it.

Present me some data saying this will be a successful en-devour if you feel that strongly about it..  You've diagnosed the problem, but you haven't supported your resolution.

[Cincinnatus]

Debate time has expired.  The Assembly will now vote on the final text.  This vote will last 24 hours, or until all members have voted.

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Nay, FTR.

[Cincinnatus]

Voting time has expired.  With 1 Yea, and 2 Nays, the bill fails.