Senate unanimously adopts broad wrong‑way driving safety package

May 21, 2026

The Senate approved an amendment creating a multi‑year statewide plan to reduce wrong‑way driving through detection devices, signage, education campaigns and a study on senior driver accommodations; the roll call showed 40‑0 in favor.

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Senators adopted Amendment 872, a comprehensive wrong‑way driving safety package that requires a statewide plan prioritizing the most dangerous ramps, calls for detection technology and signage, directs public awareness campaigns and tasks transportation and safety agencies with annual budgeting and reporting.

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