Bill would make NJ lawmakers ‘practice what they preach’ on cell phone use
A New Jersey Republican lawmaker has introduced legislation that would ban cell phone use during legislative sessions to reduce distractions. The proposal follows recent efforts to restrict mobile devices in schools, with the sponsor arguing that legislators should adhere to the same standards they promote for students.
Cell phones are so distracting during legislative sessions they should be banned, just as they were in schools, a GOP lawmaker said.
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