Another knee jerk federal over reach

Once again, the leftist involved in perpetuating the nanny state mentality believe they have identified an imminent danger that is made to order for federal intervention. There is no doubt that all states should have already passed legislation addressing this issue, but the failure of states to do so, does not give the federal government permission or any right to intervene and create broad sweeping legislation.

There is that small part of the constitution and the bill of rights that says something about all powers not specifically granted to the federal government, being reserved to the states and the people? (10th amendment?) I am sorry messer LaHood, but we don't need a federal statute to be enforced by state and local officers, unless you are looking at expanding the enforcement capabilities of those officers in states adjoining the Mexican border.

For the record messer LaHood, the states don't need a federal law empowering them to enforce immigration laws against illegal aliens. Not as long as the federal government is doing its job on the matter. Which it isn't, therefore, if you want to pass new legislation empowering state officers to intervene in something serious nationally? Have a look at allowing them to enforce federal laws governing illegal immigration and leave the rest of the local issues to the competent jurisdiction of the states and the people.

 Drivers of any vehicle would be covered
U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood called on Thursday for a federal law to ban talking on a cell phone or texting while driving any type of vehicle on any road in the country.
Drivers of any vehicle would be covered
Tough federal legislation is the only way to deal with what he called a "national epidemic," he said at a distracted-driving summit in San Antonio, Texas, that drew doctors, advocates and government officials.
LaHood said it is important for the police to have "the opportunity to write tickets when people are foolishly thinking they can drive safely or use a cell phone and text and drive."
LaHood has previously criticized behind-the-wheel use of cell phones and other devices, but calling for a federal law prohibiting the practice takes his effort to a new level.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that 3,000 fatal traffic accidents nationwide last year were the result of distracted driving. Using a cell phone while driving delays reaction time the same amount as having a blood alcohol concentration of .08, the legal limit, the highway agency said.