PA HR319

Designates October 2025 as "National Pedestrian Safety Month" in Pennsylvania, aligning with federal recognition by the U.S. Department of Transportation and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

In 2024, pedestrian-related crashes represented 2.7% of total reported traffic crashes in Pennsylvania but accounted for 15.4% of all traffic crash fatalities

73.6% of pedestrian fatalities occurred during non-daylight hours, while 62.3% of injuries happened during daytime

October timing addresses increased pedestrian activity during Halloween trick-or-treating, when children and families require motorists to use extra caution

Encourages motorists to follow speed limits near schools and neighborhoods, stop for pedestrians in crosswalks, drive sober, and minimize blind spots