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Thursday, November 29, 2012  Educational campaign to help public understand the ban on the use of wireless handheld devices while operating a vehicle.

Tuesday, September 25, 2012  A new petition has been posted online to try and make the commission reverse its decision, allowing voters to have the final say.

Wednesday, September 19, 2012  The City of Amarillo on Wednesday issued a memorandum summarizing the ban on handheld devices while driving.

Wednesday, September 19, 2012  UPDATED: Amarillo City Commissioners approved on Tuesday a citywide ban of using handheld wireless devices while driving.

Wednesday, April 25, 2012  The City of Amarillo is conducting another public hearing on the issue of a ban on texting and/or cell phone use this Wednesday.

Thursday, January 19, 2012  A citywide ban of texting while driving is now closer to becoming a reality.

Thursday, November 17, 2011  Texting while driving in a school zone in Amarillo is illegal and eventually, that ban could go citywide.

Monday, July 18, 2011  News headlines from across New Mexico.

Tuesday, September 28, 2010  A new study says laws that ban texting while driving don't reduce wrecks and might actually increase risks.

Thursday, June 10, 2010  Talking and texting while driving has become a major concern.

Thursday, January 21, 2010  Gov. Brad Henry will sign an executive order that bars state employees from sending text messages while driving when they are conducting state business.