Hearing: America Builds: A Review of Programs to Address Roadway Safety

The Subcommittee on Highways and Transit held a hearing titled “America Builds: A Review of Programs to Address Roadway Safety,” examining federal and state efforts to reduce traffic fatalities and improve road safety. Witnesses from local governments, traffic safety organizations, and industry stakeholders provided insights into challenges such as declining traffic enforcement, increasing reckless driving, and the disproportionate impact of fatalities in rural areas. Key topics included the effectiveness of the Highway Safety Improvement Program, the need for updated road design standards to accommodate evolving vehicle technology, and strategies to enhance work zone safety. The hearing underscored the importance of flexible, data-driven policies and targeted investments to save lives on America’s roadways.