There was a study involving truck drivers a few years ago that was conducted by recording them while they drove. The results were astounding. Just using the phone as a phone led to a large increase in crashes. When these professional drivers did things that caused them to look at the screen, they were more dangerous than drunk drivers.

In Oregon, since smart-phone use took off a few years ago, the outcomes have been awfully bloody. We have had an increase of 56% in annual roadway deaths just since 2013. Nationally, things don't look much better.

Personally, I find it a shame that this bill was watered down. Initially, it made playing with an electronic vibrator a misdemeanor for the first two convictions and a felony for the third, along with notable fines. 

What's more important, lives or convenience? Daily, motorists choose the latter. I find this choice misguided.