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NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) After targeting distracted drivers, some New York lawmakers want to go after distracted walkers. They are looking to ban them from using iPods, music players and cell phones while walking and crossing the street.
We have people who are literally dying in the street, Kruger said.
When people are doing things that are detrimental to their own well being, then government should step in, Kruger said.
The fine for violating the law would be $100, which supporters hope will be enough to stem what they think is a disturbing trend a slight increase in fatalities.
Sen. Kruger Wants To Ban Chatting On Cell Phones While Crossing StreetCBS New York
NYC just can't get a grip on the big issues, so this is the kind of shit the politicians work on.