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Supporting National Move Over Law Day: Enhancing Roadside Safety Awareness.

The U.S. Senate supports the establishment of a National Move Over Law Day to boost driver awareness. The goal is to remind citizens of their legal duty to move over one lane or slow down when passing emergency responders, police, fire, or tow operators working on the roadside. Adherence to these rules is vital for saving the lives of roadside workers and improving overall traffic safety.
Key points
Urges the promotion of state laws requiring drivers to change lanes or slow down when passing emergency services on the roadside.
Highlights that failure to comply with these laws leads to injuries and deaths among emergency responders (50 fatalities in 2022).
Promotes safer driving behavior, directly impacting the safety of travelers and personnel working at incident scenes.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_SRES_476
Sponsor: Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]
Process start date: 2023-11-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of a National Move Over Law Day.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SRES_476.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-11-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Urges the promotion of state laws requiring drivers to change lanes or slow down when passing emergency services on the roadside.
  • Highlights that failure to comply with these laws leads to injuries and deaths among emergency responders (50 fatalities in 2022).
  • Promotes safer driving behavior, directly impacting the safety of travelers and personnel working at incident scenes.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Adopted.

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 Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5642; text: CR S5641)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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