DES MOINES, IOWA (AP) --
The Iowa Legislature has approved a compromise package that puts new limits on sending or reading text messages while driving, including tough restrictions on young drivers.
Lawmakers have argued about the issue for most of the session. A House-Senate conference committee hammered out a compromise version that was approved by legislators Tuesday, first by the House and then by the Senate. The bill now goes to Gov. Chet Culver, who has called for passage of such a measure.
The compromise plan restricts drivers under 18 from using a cell phone or electronic device while driving, including talking on a cell phone. It bans drivers older than 18 from reading or writing text messages or e-mails while driving.
Critics say the measure is virtually unenforceable.
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