Experts Seek Stronger Road Safety Implementation Seven Years After Act

Road safety experts met to discuss how to make roads safer.

They said having safety laws is not enough unless the rules are properly followed.

They want roads to have safer speeds, especially where many people walk or cycle.

They also want sidewalks and crossings to be continuous and easy to use.

Schools and busy walking areas may need speed tables and rumble strips.

Cities and road agencies should have enough trained staff to build and maintain safer roads.

Experts also want ambulances, hospitals and emergency workers to work together better after crashes.

They said smaller towns and rural areas need more traffic controls and ways for people to report dangerous roads.

The group discussed stronger education and possibly a national or state road safety mission.