A previous study sponsored by the Smart Work Zone Deployment Initiative, “Feasibility of Visualization and Simulation Applications to Improve Work Zone Safety and Mobility,” demonstrated the … [Read more...] about Application of Visualization and Simulation Program to Improve Work Zone Safety and Mobility
Missouri: Legislation Would Expand Use of Speed Cameras
A group of Missouri lawmakers introduced House Bill 1947, also known as Corcoran's legislation. This legislation authorizes the use of speed cameras in school zones and work zones. … [Read more...] about Missouri: Legislation Would Expand Use of Speed Cameras
Mobile and Short Duration Work Zone Operations
This work zone safety module provides an overview of moobile and short duration traffic control, including relevant excerpts from the MUTCD. … [Read more...] about Mobile and Short Duration Work Zone Operations
State House Passes Bill Banning Use of Hand-Held Cell Phones While Driving
House Bill 2070 passed in the Pennsylvania state House. The legislation makes using a hand-held mobile phone for calls or text messages while driving a primary offense with a $50 fine. The fine would … [Read more...] about State House Passes Bill Banning Use of Hand-Held Cell Phones While Driving
NYCLU: Privacy Protections Needed in Paterson’s Speed-Enforcement Legislation
The New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU)’s Capital Region chapter is raising concerns about Gov. David A. Paterson's proposal to generate $32.9 million in revenues in 2010-2011 by setting up 40 … [Read more...] about NYCLU: Privacy Protections Needed in Paterson’s Speed-Enforcement Legislation
Whitead Proposes Work-Zone Traffic Cameras
An Iowa House subcommittee began work on a bill proposed by Rep. Wesley Whitead, D-Sioux City. House File 2053 would require state public safety and transportation officials to install photo traffic … [Read more...] about Whitead Proposes Work-Zone Traffic Cameras