CONCORD, NH – On April 22nd, Governor Kelly Ayotte joined New Hampshire State Police for a ride along during Distracted Driving Awareness Month. This month, State Police have increased patrols and enforcement of the state’s hands-free law to discourage distracted driving.

“I was glad to join the New Hampshire State Police for a ride along to learn firsthand about the critical work they’re doing during Distracted Driving Awareness Month to enforce our hands-free law,” said Governor Ayotte. “I thank our Troopers for their efforts to keep people safe on our highways each day, and I urge everyone to put the phone down and pay attention while driving.”

“Our State Troopers are on the frontlines of public safety in New Hampshire, and we appreciate Governor Ayotte’s willingness to see their dedicated efforts firsthand,” said New Hampshire State Police Colonel Mark Hall. “This experience highlights the important partnership between law enforcement and state leadership to keep our roadways, popular visitor destinations, and communities safe.”