Beginning January 1, drivers in Iowa will have to remember a new law targeting distracted driving on roadways across the state.
Starting New Year’s Day, Iowa’s Hands-Free Law goes fully into effect. Gov. Kim Reynolds signed the bill (SF 22) into law on April 2.
The hands-free law prohibits drivers from using electronic devices while driving unless the device is in a hands-free setting. This means drivers cannot hold their phone, type, scroll, enter GPS coordinates, stream video, view content, or make calls unless voice activated. Drivers can use several options to stay hands-free: phone mounts, auxiliary cables, speakerphone features, Bluetooth, and other voice command systems…