MI HR0456

Declares December 24-31, 2018, as Holiday Driver's Safety Awareness Week in Michigan.

Cites statistics showing 3,852 deaths in large truck crashes in 2015, with 69% involving passenger vehicle occupants.

Identifies multiple hazards during the holiday season including drunk driving, driver distraction, and cell phone use while driving.

Notes that cell phone use causes 1.6 million crashes annually and texting while driving accounts for 1 in 4 car accidents in the United States.

Urges Michigan residents and drivers to exercise caution and safe driving practices during the holiday season.