Cell phone users beware! Gov. Sonny Perdue has recently signed two pieces of legislation governing the use of cell phones while driving.

House Bill 23, sponsored by Rep. Matt Ramsey, makes it illegal for anyone under the age of 18 to use a cell phone while driving. The Governor also signed Senate Bill 360, sponsored by Sen. Jack Murphy, which makes it illegal for all drivers to text while driving.

Using cell phones and texting while driving have been linked to vehicle accidents with a new survey finding that 26 percent of mobile phone users admit to texting while driving. Nearly 60 percent of users ages 16-19 admit to doing it. While no official records are kept noting how many vehicle accidents are related to cell phone use and texting, most safety officials agree that it is a growing concern.

The new laws will go into effect July 1.