PA HR196

Designates April 2025 as "Distracted Driving Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania to raise awareness about the dangers of distracted driving

Pennsylvania recorded 11,262 crashes involving distracted drivers in 2023, resulting in 65 fatalities

Nationally, 3,275 people died from distracted driving in 2023 according to NHTSA data, making it one of the leading causes of preventable roadway deaths

Texting is identified as the most dangerous distraction, taking a driver's eyes off the road for approximately 5 seconds—equivalent to traveling a football field length at 55 mph

Encourages Pennsylvanians to drive responsibly by avoiding phone use and other distractions, and to discuss distracted driving dangers with friends and family