SR0130 103RD GENERAL ASSEMBLY

SR0130 LRB103 31355 ECR 58918 r

SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, On an average day, more than 700 injury crashes involve distracted driving, 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, and 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 State of Illinois work to promote policies, practices, and procedures leading to increased safety, protection, and health in business and industry, in schools and colleges, on roads and highways, and in homes and communities; and

WHEREAS, In 2023, the National Safety Council will provide the nation with a 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 SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDRED THIRD GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we declare April of 2023 as Distracted Driving Awareness Month in the State of Illinois; and be it further

RESOLVED, That we urge the citizens and businesses of the State of Illinois to observe Distracted Driving Awareness Month by practicing safe driving behaviors and pledging to drive distraction-free.