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Road Safety: Protecting Pedestrians, Motorists, and Work Zone Workers.

This bill aims to enhance road safety, especially at crash sites and in work zones. It introduces changes to better protect individuals near disabled vehicles and construction workers. As a result, traveling and working near roads will become safer for everyone.
Key points
Improved Protection for Disabled Vehicle Occupants: The bill expands the definition of protected individuals in highway safety programs to include occupants and pedestrians associated with disabled vehicles.
Enhanced Crash Data Collection: More detailed data will be collected on roadside and work zone fatalities, aiding in problem identification.
Safety Working Groups: Special groups will be formed to develop plans for preventing crashes involving disabled vehicles and in work zones, involving experts and representatives of affected groups.
Review of Public Awareness Campaigns: Public awareness campaigns for 'Move Over or Slow Down' laws will be reviewed to include disabled vehicles and work zones.
Reporting on Work Zone Safety Funds: The Federal Highways Administration will annually report on the use and effectiveness of work zone safety contingency funds to improve their implementation.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2992
Sponsor: Rep. Carter, Troy A. [D-LA-2]
Process start date: 2025-04-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend title 23, United States Code, and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act with respect to vehicle roadside crashes, work zone safety, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2992.

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 2025-04-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Improved Protection for Disabled Vehicle Occupants: The bill expands the definition of protected individuals in highway safety programs to include occupants and pedestrians associated with disabled vehicles.
  • Enhanced Crash Data Collection: More detailed data will be collected on roadside and work zone fatalities, aiding in problem identification.
  • Safety Working Groups: Special groups will be formed to develop plans for preventing crashes involving disabled vehicles and in work zones, involving experts and representatives of affected groups.
  • Review of Public Awareness Campaigns: Public awareness campaigns for 'Move Over or Slow Down' laws will be reviewed to include disabled vehicles and work zones.
  • Reporting on Work Zone Safety Funds: The Federal Highways Administration will annually report on the use and effectiveness of work zone safety contingency funds to improve their implementation.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Carter, Troy A. [D-LA-2].

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 2025-12-22.

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