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Wednesday, June 12, 2013  Using voice commands to send text messages and emails from behind the wheel, which is marketed as a safer alternative for drivers, actually is more distracting and dangerous than simply talking on a cellphone, a new AAA study found.

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.

Tuesday, September 04, 2012  Decision to ban the use of hand-held cell phones while driving is still being considered.

Tuesday, June 12, 2012  Texting and driving isn't only a concern for other motorists, several cyclists said they too feel unsafe on the roads because of texting drivers.

Thursday, June 07, 2012  It's the question of the year-- Is the City of Amarillo going to ban texting while driving?

Friday, May 18, 2012  One family from Wellman, Texas was in the Panhandle Thursday, using their tragic story to educate teens about what texting while driving can do.

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.

Tuesday, March 20, 2012  Many of us are guilty of texting and driving.Tonight the Canyon City Commission will meet to discuss a possible ban on that behavior.

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

Wednesday, December 14, 2011  Monday, the National Transportation Safety Board recommended cell phone use while driving be banned, even for hands-free devices.

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

Sunday, October 09, 2011  Texting while driving is more dangerous than previously thought, new findings from a Texas study show.