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A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate to reduce traffic fatalities to zero by 2050.

3/12/2024, 11:29 AM

Summary of Bill SRES 274

Bill 118 S.Res. 274 is a resolution introduced in the US Senate with the goal of reducing traffic fatalities to zero by the year 2050. The resolution expresses the sense of the Senate that this ambitious goal is achievable and necessary in order to improve road safety for all Americans.

The resolution highlights the alarming statistics of traffic fatalities in the United States, with over 36,000 people dying in traffic accidents each year. It emphasizes the need for comprehensive measures to address this issue, including improved infrastructure, enhanced vehicle safety standards, and increased public awareness campaigns.

The resolution calls on federal, state, and local governments to work together to implement policies and initiatives that will help achieve the goal of zero traffic fatalities by 2050. It also encourages the private sector to invest in innovative technologies and solutions that can help reduce the number of accidents on the road. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 274 is a bipartisan effort to prioritize road safety and save lives by setting a bold target of zero traffic fatalities by 2050. It underscores the importance of taking proactive steps to address this pressing issue and ensure the well-being of all Americans on the road.

Congressional Summary of SRES 274

This resolution (1) commits to advancing policies that will end roadway fatalities by 2050, and (2) calls on Congress and the Department of Transportation to commit to working together to achieve zero roadway fatalities by the year 2050.

Current Status of Bill SRES 274

Bill SRES 274 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 22, 2023. Bill SRES 274 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 22, 2023.  Bill SRES 274's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text: CR S2240-2241) as of June 22, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 274

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
20
Democrat Cosponsors
16
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
4

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 274

Primary Policy Focus

Transportation and Public Works

Potential Impact Areas

- Accidents
- Roads and highways
- Transportation safety and security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 274

A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate to reduce traffic fatalities to zero by 2050.
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate to reduce traffic fatalities to zero by 2050.

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