Resolution 2024-224 RESOLUTION NO.2024- 224
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA, IN SUPPORT OF LEGISLATION REQUIRING
HANDS-FREE PHONE USE WHILE DRIVING.
WHEREAS, distracted driving is a leading cause of motor vehicle crashes in the United States,
contributing to thousands of injuries and fatalities each year; and
WHEREAS, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that phone
interaction while driving increases the risk of crashing by 23 times; and
WHEREAS, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), also reports phone
interaction while driving is six times more dangerous than driving under the influence of alcohol; and
WHEREAS,a study from Cambridge Mobile Telemetics reported an increase in screen interaction
time while driving of 17.8% from 2020 to 2023; and
WHEREAS, the use of handheld devices while driving significantly impairs a driver's ability to
safely operate a vehicle, diverting attention from the road and increasing reaction times; and
WHEREAS, Collier County, Florida, has witnessed an increase in traffic crashes attributed to
distracted driving,affecting the safety of men,women,and children who reside in and visit the county;and
WHEREAS, implementing hands-free cell phone use legislation can reduce the incidence of
distracted driving, promoting safer roadways for all; and
WHEREAS, 31 states have successfully enacted hands-free laws, resulting in a measurable
decrease in crashes related to distracted driving; and
WHEREAS, it is the responsibility of our local government to advocate for the safety and well-
being of our community.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of County Commissioners of Collier
County, Florida,hereby expresses its strong support for legislation mandating the use of hands-free devices
while driving, and urges the Florida State Legislature to pass such legislation to enhance road safety and
protect lives, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk is hereby directed to forward a copy of this
resolution to the Governor of Florida and the Florida State Legislature to demonstrate our commitment to
reducing distracted driving and improving the safety of our roadways.
ADOPTED upon majority vote this 12th day of November, 2024.
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,,,rI K. Kinzel, Clerk of Courts COLLIER C TY, FLORIDA
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Jeffrey . 1;tz cw, County Attorney
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