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Pedestrian Safety: More Funds for High-Risk Crossings Improvement.

The "Save Our Pedestrians Act of 2024" aims to enhance pedestrian safety. It mandates states to allocate 5% of federal funds for projects improving safety at high-risk pedestrian crossings. As a result, citizens can expect safer roads and a reduction in pedestrian-related accidents.
Key points
States will be required to set aside 5% of federal funds for highway safety improvement projects at high-risk pedestrian crossings starting from fiscal year 2025.
These funds will be used to reduce injuries and fatalities at locations with a high frequency of incidents between vehicles and pedestrians.
Local governments will consult with states to identify the most dangerous pedestrian crossings.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_7191
Sponsor: Rep. Carey, Mike [R-OH-15]
Process start date: 2024-02-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Save Our Pedestrians Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7191.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-02-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • States will be required to set aside 5% of federal funds for highway safety improvement projects at high-risk pedestrian crossings starting from fiscal year 2025.
  • These funds will be used to reduce injuries and fatalities at locations with a high frequency of incidents between vehicles and pedestrians.
  • Local governments will consult with states to identify the most dangerous pedestrian crossings.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Carey, Mike [R-OH-15].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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