Letters

VA: Gov. Spanberger Should Sign Bill to Modernize Research-Backed DUI Law

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In Virginia, Advocates and other safety partners are proud to support HB 561, to modernize DUI penalties, increase public safety, and recognize realities of life without a license. We urge Governor Spanberger to sign this lifesaving legislation into law. HB…

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RI: State Legislature Can Help Stop Super Speeders With Intelligent Speed Assistance Program

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Advocates has joined with other safety groups to support H. 8098 and S. 2942 in the Rhode Island Legislature. These bills give lawmakers a proven, targeted tool to stop the most dangerous drivers – a small group responsible for the…

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MO: Raising Speed Limits on Rural Interstates and Freeways Risks Increase in Speeding-Related Deaths

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Advocates has written to members of the House Transportation Committee in the Missouri General Assembly in opposition to Senate Bill (SB) 1408. This legislation would increase the speed limit to 75 miles per hour (mph) on rural interstates and freeways,…

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MD: Passing the Vulnerable Road User Protection Act is Vital

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Advocates wrote to the House Environment and Transportation Committee urging the committee to advance Senate Bill (SB) 487/House Bill (HB) 256, known as the Vulnerable Road User Protection Act, to enhance safety for vulnerable road users (VRUs). This legislation is…

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