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Boca Raton council backs state hands‑free driving bill after victims urge action
Summary
The City Council unanimously adopted a resolution supporting state legislation to require hands‑free phone use while driving after victims and advocates described personal losses and statewide crash statistics.
The Boca Raton City Council on Feb. 25 unanimously adopted Resolution 312025 supporting state legislation to require hands‑free device use while driving.
The resolution, introduced by Deputy Mayor Drucker, passed 5-0 after public comment from two advocates with personal ties to distracted‑driving crashes. The council voted by roll call: Council Member Nacklis—yes; Council Member Thompson—yes; Council Member Wachter—yes; Deputy Mayor Drucker—yes; Mayor Singer—yes.
The measure directs the city to support state House Bill 501, described in…
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