Expressing support for the designation of the week of June 2 through June 8, 2024, as "National Trailer Safety Week" in the United States, and supporting the goals and ideals of National Trailer Safety Week to educate American motorists about the importance of proper towing techniques and maintenance.

Transportation and Public Works
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Introduced on June 3, 2024 by Rudy Yakym

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Legislation Details

  • Supports the designation of the week of June 2 through June 8, 2024, as “National Trailer Safety Week” in the United States.
  • Aims to educate American motorists about the importance of proper towing techniques and maintenance.
  • Acknowledges the launch of National Trailer Safety Week to raise awareness for the need of increased education on trailer safety to reduce injuries and fatalities on the road.
  • Emphasizes the importance of educating end-users through connections dealers and manufacturers have with consumers to promote proper towing techniques and maintenance.
  • Notes the high national trailer growth, with 980,000 new light- and medium-duty trailers registered in 2023.
  • Recognizes the National Association of Trailer Manufacturer’s Trailer Safety Week for reaching hundreds of thousands of individuals each year and being the first nationwide traffic safety initiative aimed at safe towing practices for light- and medium-duty trailers.
  • Expresses strong support for the goals and ideals of National Trailer Safety Week.
  • Supports efforts to increase awareness of the importance of trailer safety commitment.
  • Advocates for educating end-users about proper trailer maintenance and usage.
  • Calls for a stronger partnership and alliance between industry stakeholders, including suppliers, trailer dealers, manufacturers, and end-users.
  • Encourages participation in National Trailer Safety Week events and activities and urges the education of the public on the importance of regularly inspecting, maintaining, and operating light- and medium-duty trailers.

Last updated 8/14/2024