By Renee Diaz
Washington State Journal 

Bills attempt to improve road safety

Measures target crosswalks, sidewalks, DUIs

 

Last updated 2/6/2023 at 1:57pm

Renee Diaz | Washington State Journal

Amber Weilert, a mother from Parkland, shares her story of losing her son due to a drunk driver. Lawmakers said they have bipartisan agreement on a package of bills to make streets safer for workers, bicylists, pedstrians and others.

OLYMPIA - Lawmakers from both sides of the aisle and Gov. Jay Inslee say they are backing a package of new laws aimed at protecting workers, pedestrians and commuters.

New bills include reducing the blood-alcohol concentration limit for operating a vehicle when driving, imposing more restrictions on high-risk drivers and requiring a skills course for young and older drivers.

Amber Weilert, a mother from Parkland, described how a drunken driver took the life of her son.

"I am here to be Michael's voice to support him and make sure that this doesn't happen again," Weilert said, asking lawmak...



For access to this article please sign in or subscribe.

 

Reader Comments(0)

 
 

Our Family of Publications Includes:

Cheney Free Press
Ritzville Adams County Journal
Whitman County Gazette
Odessa Record
Franklin Connection
Davenport Times
Spokane Valley News Herald
Colfax Daily Bulletin

Powered by ROAR Online Publication Software from Lions Light Corporation
© Copyright 2024