New York legislature passed a watered down bill on texting. Basically one can’t be stopped and ticketed for it unless there is another reason for a stop, such as speeding, reckless lane change, etc. Look at the story/video in the New York Times which discusses the law in England, where texting drivers can be jailed in extreme circumstances, such as causing death of others on the road. Texting by car and truck drivers causes thousands of wrecks and needless deaths annually.

Automatic Emergency Braking: A Game-Changer for Road Safety Coming to All New Vehicles by 2029
As personal injury attorneys, we’re always keen on developments that can enhance road safety and potentially reduce the number of accidents we see. A recent announcement from the U.S. Department of Transportation marks a significant step forward in vehicle safety technology that could dramatically impact the landscape of
