EPISODE · Feb 21, 2026 · 35 MIN
From Tragedy to Change:South Carolina Hands-Free Law | Tucker Hipps Transparency Act (Ep 667)
from Joey Hudson / Just The Truth · host Joey Hudson
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Last September 1st, South Carolina’s new hands-free driving law went into effect. For 180 days, drivers were given warnings — not tickets — as law enforcement focused on education. That grace period is about to end and Citations are being issued This law exists because distracted driving isn’t just a bad habit — it costs lives. And one of the people who fought tirelessly to get this legislation passed is with us today. Kelly Willenberg turned personal tragedy into determined advocacy, pushing lawmakers to act so other families wouldn’t have to experience that same loss. Kelly, thank you for joining us. We’re also joined by Cindy Hipps, the mother of Clemson student Tucker Hipps. After Tucker’s tragic death, Cindy and Gary Hipps launched the Tucker Hipps Memorial Foundation, working to raise awareness about hazing and strengthen accountability on college campuses. Two mothers. Two missions. One goal — protecting lives….let’s get started… Join our mailing list at joeyhudson.com and also subscribe to our YouTube Channel. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joeyhudsononline/ Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/joeyhudson Your texts are always welcome on the Firmin Ford text line 864-477-JOEY(5639) and you can also leave a voice message to be aired on a future podcast.
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Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Last September 1st, South Carolina’s new hands-free driving law went into effect. For 180 days, drivers were given warnings — not tickets — as law enforcement focused on education. That grace period is about to end and Citations are being issued This law exists because distracted driving isn’t just a bad habit — it costs lives. And one of the people who fought tirelessly to get this legislation passed is with us today. Kelly Willenberg turned personal tragedy into determined advocacy, pushing lawmakers to act so other families wouldn’t have to experience that same loss. Kelly, thank you for joining us. We’re also joined by Cindy Hipps, the mother of Clemson student Tucker Hipps. After Tucker’s tragic death, Cindy and Gary Hipps launched the Tucker Hipps Memorial Foundation, working to raise awareness about hazing and strengthen accountability on college campuses. Two mothers. Two missions. One goal — protecting lives….let’s get started… Join our mailing list at joeyhudson.com and also subscribe to our YouTube Channel. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joeyhudsononline/ Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/joeyhudson Your texts are always welcome on the Firmin Ford text line 864-477-JOEY(5639) and you can also leave a voice message to be aired on a future podcast.
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