A Resolution recognizing the week of April 20 through 24, 2026, as "National Work Zone Awareness Week" in Pennsylvania.
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Overview
This resolution recognizes the week of April 20-24, 2026, as "National Work Zone Awareness Week" in Pennsylvania. It aims to raise awareness among drivers about the importance of caution when traveling through highway work zones to reduce fatalities and injuries. The resolution highlights the campaign's goals, including promoting safety tips, training, and communication with workers and contractors. It also references data showing the significant number of work zone crashes and fatalities nationwide and within Pennsylvania.
Key provisions
- Recognizes the week of April 20-24, 2026, as National Work Zone Awareness Week in Pennsylvania.
- Encourages motorists to slow down and pay attention in work zones.
- Highlights the need for drivers to use extra caution when approaching and passing through work zones.
- References data on work zone crashes and fatalities (898 deaths and 40,170 injuries in 2023 nationally, and 22 fatalities in Pennsylvania in 2024).
- Mentions specific events planned for the week, including Work Zone Safety Training Day, Go Orange Day, a social media storm, and a Moment of Silence.
- Calls for partnerships between various entities involved in work zone safety.
- Focuses this year's theme on "Safe actions, save lives".
Who is affected
- Motorists
- Construction Workers
- Pennsylvania Residents
- Department of Transportation
- Roadway Contractors
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Benjamin Sanchez
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