TRAA is thrilled to share that the bipartisan Preventing Roadside and Work Zone Death Act (H.R.2992) has officially been introduced! Many of you will recall from past notices that TRAA has been working with Congressman Troy A. Carter Sr. (LA-02) since the original version of the Prevent Roadside Deaths Act was introduced in the last Congress. Even better news is that this new version explicitly includes âtraffic incident respondersâ as a direct result of TRAAâs efforts.
Additionally, the successful constituent meetings held by many of our members during TRAAâs Legislative Action Workshop & Hill Day in February have also resulted in three Members of Congress agreeing to join Congressman Troy Carter (D-LA 2) as original cosponsors of this legislation â Representatives Dina Titus (D-NV 1), Rudy Yakym (R-IN 2), and Rob Bresnahan (R-PA 8).
If enacted, the Preventing Roadside and Work Zone Death Act would establish a coordinated effort under the U.S. Department of Transportation, including data collection initiatives, enhanced Slow Down, Move Over campaigns, and the creation of a task force to develop concrete strategies to save lives.
To continue building momentum and raise awareness, weâre asking TRAA members to contact their representatives and ask them to cosponsor H.R.2992.
