Texting bicyclists, beware: using your phone while biking could become illegal in New York City.

Legislation introduced by City Councilman Mark Treyger would impose a $50 fine on cyclists who cause injury or damage because they were texting or talking on the phone. Treyger was inspired to pen the bill after witnessing a near-accident outside his Speedwell Avenue office. 

“A bicyclist was texting and veering into incoming traffic, almost causing a multi-car crash,” said Treyger. “I was surprised to learn that there is no law prohibiting such reckless behavior.”

Cyclists will still be able to talk on the phone with one earbud, as long as they aren’t holding the phone in their hand.

Mayor Bill de Blasio told The Wall Street Journal that he supports the idea. Treyger said that the city needs to do more to prevent reckless bicycling if they really want to get to "Vision Zero," the mayor's initiative to reduce traffic fatalities. 

Under a second proposed bill, bikers caught texting who don’t cause any damages will be sent to a bike safety class, which will be designed in concert with bike advocacy groups. 

18 cyclists have been killed by cars or other vehicles in New York City this year.