Senate Hearing on Improving Truck Safety on U.S. Highways
January 1, 2017
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The Frame
This hearing serves as a formal record of expert testimony that informs future federal legislation and regulatory policies regarding commercial vehicle safety standards and highway infrastructure.
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Commercial Trucking Industry
The industry is subject to federal safety regulations and oversight discussed during the hearing.
Highway Safety Advocates
These groups provide input on regulatory standards that impact national highway safety policies.
Last recorded activity January 1, 2017.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearing took place on March 14, 2017, in the Russell Senate Office Building.
- The session was convened by the Subcommittee on Surface Transportation and Merchant Marine Infrastructure, Safety, and Security.
- Testimony was provided by the Chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board.
- Representatives from the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety provided expert input.
- Industry perspectives were provided by the Chairman Emeritus of Swift Transportation Company.
- Academic research perspectives were provided by a Professor Emeritus from Pennsylvania State University.
- The subcommittee received formal letters for the record from Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety, Property Casualty Insurers, and The Trucking Alliance.
Why It Matters
This hearing serves as a formal record of expert testimony that informs future federal legislation and regulatory policies regarding commercial vehicle safety standards and highway infrastructure.
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Multi-stakeholder approach to safety
The hearing record demonstrates a deliberate effort to balance input from federal regulators, law enforcement, insurance researchers, and private industry.
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