SCS/SB 672 - This act establishes the "Alexander Whalen Safe Highways Act", requiring the Department of Transportation to implement wrong-way vehicle detection systems (WWVDSs), as defined in the act. Implementation shall begin no later than March 1, 2026, and shall prioritize certain interchanges, as specified in the act.

The Department shall evaluate the feasibility and effectiveness of notification systems for other drivers and for emergency responders. The Department shall also provide educational information to inform drivers about wrong-way driving risks and safety measures, and shall produce annual reports on the implementation and effectiveness of WWVDSs.

ERIC VANDER WEERD

Statutes affected:
Introduced (2657S.01): 226.1250
Committee (2657S.02): 226.1250


Senate Committee Minutes:
SENATE COMMITTEE MINUTES Bill No.: SB 672
Sponsor: Gregory (15)
Hearing Date: 4/14/2025


COMMITTEE: Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety

CHAIRMAN: Fitzwater

DATE REFERRED: 3/24/2025 DATE HEARING REQUESTED: 3/24/2025



STAFF:
Bryce Beal
Alyssa Bruemmer
Tyler Gerling
Eric Vander Weerd


WITNESSES GIVING INFORMATION:



WITNESSES FOR:
Heather Elder - MADD
Keith Smart
Dawn Whalen


WITNESSES AGAINST: