New bill would ban texting while walking

Texting while walking isn’t only dangerous, but it could soon be a crime in New York. A new bill introduced by the State Senate would make it illegal for people to cross streets in the state with their eyes glued to their smartphone. These days it’s very common to see eyes on cell phone screens no matter where you are. “I could use it all day long,“ one pedestrian said. But what if using your electronic device means you could be fined when crossing the road? “It makes sense, but I feel it’s too much, t