NTSB has encouraged all states to prohibit drivers from using cell phones . So far , nine states and the District of Columbia prohibit hand-held cell phones while driving , Teigen said . States will be reluctant to impose a total ban on cell phones behind the wheel , experts say . Experts : Seat-belt laws met with resistance , and cell phones ' convenience is `` ingrained '' Only in Alaska did it pass this year.
NTSB has encouraged all states to prohibit drivers from using cell phones . States will be reluctant to impose a total ban on cell phones behind the wheel , experts say . Experts : Seat-belt laws met with resistance , and cell phones ' convenience is `` ingrained '' Only in Alaska did it pass this year.