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Road Safety: National Work Zone Awareness Week Designated.

The US Senate designates a National Work Zone Awareness Week to address the rising number of fatalities and injuries in road construction areas. The resolution strongly encourages all drivers to adopt safer practices, including slowing down, avoiding distractions, and obeying traffic signs, to protect both road workers and fellow travelers. This initiative aims to reduce crashes, congestion, and the high rate of fatalities in these zones.
Key points
Encourages specific safe driving behaviors in work zones, such as slowing down, avoiding distractions, and maintaining distance, to protect lives and prevent accidents.
Highlights the critical need for awareness, noting that work zone fatalities reached their highest level since 2006.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_SRES_613
Sponsor: Sen. Braun, Mike [R-IN]
Process start date: 2024-03-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution supporting the designation of the week of April 15 through April 19, 2024, as "National Work Zone Awareness Week".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SRES_613.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-03-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Encourages specific safe driving behaviors in work zones, such as slowing down, avoiding distractions, and maintaining distance, to protect lives and prevent accidents.
  • Highlights the critical need for awareness, noting that work zone fatalities reached their highest level since 2006.
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. Braun, Mike [R-IN].

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 S2552; text: CR S2520)

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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