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Drive Safer Sunday: Promoting road safety awareness on busy travel day

The U.S. Senate designates December 1, 2024, as "Drive Safer Sunday" to promote caution on roads during one of the busiest travel days of the year. The resolution encourages schools, trucking firms, clergy, and law enforcement to launch educational campaigns reminding citizens about the life-saving importance of seat belts and safe driving. The goal is to reduce crashes and fatalities, directly enhancing personal travel safety for all citizens.
Key points
Designation of December 1, 2024 (the Sunday after Thanksgiving) as a day dedicated to highway safety.
Encouragement for schools and universities to run educational campaigns promoting safe driving among students.
Call for trucking firms and law enforcement to increase communication regarding travel caution, especially on this high-traffic day.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_SRES_911
Sponsor: Sen. Warnock, Raphael G. [D-GA]
Process start date: 2024-11-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution designating December 1, 2024, as "Drive Safer Sunday".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SRES_911.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-11-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Designation of December 1, 2024 (the Sunday after Thanksgiving) as a day dedicated to highway safety.
  • Encouragement for schools and universities to run educational campaigns promoting safe driving among students.
  • Call for trucking firms and law enforcement to increase communication regarding travel caution, especially on this high-traffic day.
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. Warnock, Raphael G. [D-GA].

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 S6734; text: CR S6729)

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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