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This joint resolution declares April 2025 as "Distracted Driver Awareness Month" in South Carolina, highlighting the critical need for safer driving practices in a state that currently experiences a high number of motor vehicle fatalities. The resolution emphasizes the dangers of distracted driving, including the use of mobile phones (even hands-free), texting, and programming GPS or infotainment systems, which divert drivers' attention through physical, manual, and cognitive distractions. By referencing the alarming statistic that 1,048 South Carolinians lost their lives in motor vehicle crashes in 2023, including 126 motorcyclists, 26 pedalcyclists, and 186 pedestrians, the resolution underscores South Carolina's status as having the highest fatality rate per miles driven in the United States. The document also acknowledges the collaborative efforts of various organizations like the National Safety Council Southeastern Chapter and the South Carolina Trucking Association in promoting road safety, and recognizes that spring is a time when increased road usage makes such awareness particularly important. Ultimately, the resolution aims to encourage all South Carolina citizens to commit to distraction-free driving and create safer communities.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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