IL HR0169

Urges the State of Illinois to promote the use of daytime running lights (DRLs) on automobiles wherever and whenever possible

Cites studies showing DRLs could reduce fatal multiparty daytime accidents by 15%, serious injury accidents by 10%, and slight injury accidents by 5%

Notes research indicating a 12% reduction in crashes involving pedestrians and bicyclists, and a 23% reduction in opposite-direction crashes involving motorcyclists when DRLs are used

Directs that a copy of the resolution be delivered to the Illinois Department of Transportation and the Illinois Secretary of State

DRLs improve vehicle visibility to other drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists without causing glare like high-beam lights