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Road Safety: Supporting National Move Over Law Day Awareness.

The US Senate supports establishing a National Move Over Law Day to enhance the safety of emergency and road workers operating on the roadside. The resolution urges organizations to remind drivers of their legal duty to move over one lane or slow down when passing police, fire, EMS, tow trucks, or other responders. Adherence to these existing state laws is vital for protecting the lives of responders and stranded travelers, as dozens are killed annually in roadside collisions.
Key points
Support for educational campaigns promoting existing state laws that require drivers to move over or slow down when passing emergency personnel working on the roadside.
Highlighting the serious risk of injury and death faced by law enforcement, firefighters, paramedics, and tow operators due to non-compliance with "Move Over Laws."
Urging incident management organizations to actively educate the public on the necessity of caution and lane changes near roadside incidents.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_SRES_913
Sponsor: Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]
Process start date: 2024-11-21
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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_913.

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:

  • Support for educational campaigns promoting existing state laws that require drivers to move over or slow down when passing emergency personnel working on the roadside.
  • Highlighting the serious risk of injury and death faced by law enforcement, firefighters, paramedics, and tow operators due to non-compliance with "Move Over Laws."
  • Urging incident management organizations to actively educate the public on the necessity of caution and lane changes near roadside incidents.
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 S6734; text: CR S6730)

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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