Presidential Proclamation: National Impaired Driving Prevention Month, 2024

Original title: National Impaired Driving Prevention Month, 2024

Record date · November 29, 2024

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What This Bill Does

President Biden has proclaimed December 2024 as National Impaired Driving Prevention Month to raise awareness about the dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The highlights federal efforts to reduce traffic fatalities through infrastructure investments, public awareness campaigns, and vehicle safety technology requirements.

Why it matters

This document outlines federal priorities and safety initiatives aimed at reducing traffic-related deaths during the holiday season.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Drivers

Drivers are encouraged to adopt specific safety behaviors and utilize ride-sharing services to avoid impaired driving.

Directly affected

Automotive Manufacturers

Manufacturers are subject to requirements under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to include collision warnings and automatic braking in new passenger cars.

Key Facts

December 2024 is officially designated as National Impaired Driving Prevention Month.
Over 13,000 people were killed in drunk-driving accidents in 2022.
The administration has dedicated over $100 billion toward substance use disorder prevention and treatment.
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law mandates new passenger cars include collision warnings and automatic braking.