Expressing support for the recognition of the week of November 3 through November 9, 2024, as "Drowsy Driving Prevention Week".

Legislation Details

Supports the recognition of the week of November 3 through November 9, 2024, as “Drowsy Driving Prevention Week.”
Defines drowsy driving as operating a vehicle while fatigued or sleepy, which poses serious risks on the road.
Highlights that drowsy driving impairs attention, slows reaction times, and affects decision-making abilities.
Compares drowsy driving impairment to alcohol impairment, noting significant risks associated with sleep deprivation.
Cites studies indicating that being awake for 18 hours can impair driving as much as a BAC of 0.05%, and 24 hours of wakefulness can equate to a BAC of 0.1%.
States that healthy adults require 7 to 9 hours of sleep per night.
Identifies groups at higher risk for drowsy driving, including night shift workers and those with irregular schedules.
Reports that 60% of adult drivers have driven while drowsy in the past year, with 1 in 25 admitting to having fallen asleep while driving recently.
Estimates that drowsy driving contributes to approximately 328,000 crashes annually, with 21% of fatal crashes linked to drowsy drivers, resulting in 6,400 deaths per year.
Notes that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration attributes 100,000 police-reported crashes each year to drowsy driving, leading to over 1,550 deaths and significant monetary losses.
Acknowledges that many states participate in Drowsy Driving Prevention Week to promote awareness and preventative measures.
Emphasizes the goal of the week is to reduce the number of drivers operating vehicles while sleep-deprived.
Concludes that drowsy driving deaths are preventable through increased awareness, prevention, and intervention.

Expressing support for the recognition of the week of November 3 through November 9, 2024, as "Drowsy Driving Prevention Week".

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