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This bill addresses vehicle roadside crashes and work zone safety by making several key modifications to existing transportation laws. It expands the definition of highway safety improvement programs to explicitly include occupants and pedestrians associated with disabled vehicles, requiring more comprehensive safety considerations. The bill mandates the creation of two working groups: one focused on disabled vehicle crashes and another on work zone safety, each tasked with collecting detailed data, analyzing crash patterns, and developing strategic plans to reduce fatal and non-fatal injuries. These working groups will involve a diverse range of stakeholders including transportation officials, safety experts, first responders, labor unions, and technology manufacturers. Additionally, the bill requires the Federal Highway Administration to submit annual reports to Congress detailing how states are using work zone safety contingency funds, including the amount of funding dedicated and recommendations for nationwide implementation. By broadening the scope of safety considerations and promoting data-driven approaches, the bill aims to improve roadside and work zone safety for both workers and travelers.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/2992/all-info