HR0795 102ND GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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HOUSE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, Everyone has an important role to play in increasing road safety; and

WHEREAS, More than 700 injury crashes involve distracted driving on an average day, and the economic toll of all motor vehicle crashes in the U.S. annually exceeds $400 billion; and

WHEREAS, Talking on a mobile phone, even in hands-free mode, texting, or programming your dashboard infotainment system or GPS device can divert your attention away from driving and result in physical or cognitive distraction; and

WHEREAS, Illinois residents and all Americans deserve to live in communities that promote safe driving behaviors and healthy lifestyles; and

WHEREAS, Preventing distracted driving injuries and deaths requires the cooperation of all levels of government, employers, and the general public; and

WHEREAS, The National Safety Council and the Iowa-Illinois Safety Council work to promote policies, practices, and procedures that lead to increased safety and protection and health in business and industry, in schools and colleges, on roads and highways, and in homes and communities; and

WHEREAS, In April of 2022, The National Safety Council and the Iowa-Illinois Safety Council are conducting a nationwide month-long distracted driving public education campaign; and

WHEREAS, Spring is a time when people begin to log more miles on the road, and it is imperative to focus attention on motor vehicle injury risks and preventions; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE HUNDRED SECOND GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we pledge our support for Distracted Driving Awareness Month in April 2022 and strongly urge the citizens and businesses of Illinois to observe Distracted Driving Awareness Month by practicing safe driving behaviors and pledging to drive distraction-free.