The New York Times reported July 30, 2009 that Charles E. Schumer, along with three other Senators are sponsoring a bill to curb texting while driving. The legislature in New York recently passed such a measure and sent it to the governor for a signature. Currently texting while driving is banned only in 14 states. Studies have shown that it is at least as dangerous as drinking and driving. The federal bill would exert pressure on States by withholding federal highway funds if they do not outlaw texting and emailing while driving.
When Curiosity Meets Advocacy: Spotlighting Abraham Metz’s Work on Rideshare and Delivery Liability
April 27, 2026
What looks like individual driver error is often something more: a system designed to reward speed, urgency, and constant engagement. When apps gamify delivery, they don’t just increase efficiency—they reshape behavior on the road.
