texting while driving

Everyone knows that texting while driving is dangerous and is now an official law in New York. Its actually a 150$ fine for it. According to the New York Times a young lady is serving 21 months in jail for being involved in a car accident that killed someone. The reason why the accident occurred: Texting while driving. This brings up the question why isnt texting and driving looked at just as dangerous as drinking and driving? They both have negative side effects especially texting and driving. Just think about it; a 16 year old driver putting him/herself in danger and even others just because he/she had to tell their friend they weren't doing anything tonight.. I think the laws for texting and driving are just getting started and soon to be even harsher penalties since accidents keep happening because of the technology.