Allstate Insurance Company Statement on Michigan Senate Approval of Ban on Texting While Driving

FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich. (Jan. 26, 2010) – Allstate Insurance Company Vice President Thomas F. Clarkson comments on the Michigan Senate's approval of a ban on texting while driving: "Allstate applauds the Michigan Senate for taking action on the bill to ban texting while driving. We encourage the House and Senate to move decisively in agreeing on a final version of the legislation so it can be sent to Gov. Granholm for her signature. It can be easy to forget the dangers of texting and driving when behind the wheel; however, texting is one of the most dangerous distractions facing drivers today.  Passing this bill will save lives so swift action is an imperative."  

The Allstate Corporation (NYSE: ALL) is the nation's largest publicly held personal lines insurer. Widely known through the "You're In Good Hands With Allstate®" slogan, Allstate is reinventing protection and retirement to help more than 17 million households insure what they have today and better prepare for tomorrow. Consumers access Allstate insurance products and services through Allstate agencies, independent agencies, and Allstate exclusive financial representatives in the U.S. and Canada, as well as via www.allstate.com and 1-800 Allstate®.

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/PRNewswire -- Jan. 26/

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