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S.Res. 943

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A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of a National Move Over Law Day.
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Passed
Latest Action · September 30, 2026
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Introduced
September 30, 2026
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This Senate resolution expresses support for establishing a National Move Over Law Day to raise public awareness about laws requiring drivers to slow down or change lanes when passing emergency responders and stranded vehicles on the roadside. It highlights the dangers faced by traffic incident management responders—including police officers, firefighters, EMS workers, tow truck operators, and transportation personnel—who are frequently killed or injured by speeding, impaired, or distracted drivers, noting that 36 such responders died in roadside collisions in 2025 alone. The resolution points out that while every state has its own move over law, limited resources often hinder states' ability to effectively educate the public about these laws. It calls on national, state, and regional organizations involved in traffic incident management to actively promote awareness of move over laws and to educate drivers about the serious risks and potential loss of life when these laws are ignored. As a Senate resolution, it carries symbolic weight and does not create new funding, mandates, or legal requirements, but rather signals congressional support for public safety awareness efforts.

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