Bill · H.Res. 1344· House(119-HRES-1344)
Expressing support for the designation of the week of June 7 through June 13, 2026, as "National Trailer Safety Week" in the United States, and supporting the goals and ideals of National Trailer Safety Week to educate American motorists about the importance of proper towing techniques and maintenance.
- Introduced
- 6/8/2026
- Last activity
- 6/8/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
- Sponsored by
- Rudy Yakym
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 3
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution expresses support for designating the week of June 7 through June 13, 2026, as National Trailer Safety Week in the United States. It backs the goals and ideals of this week, which aims to educate American motorists about proper towing techniques and maintenance. The measure highlights that trailer safety education helps reduce injuries and fatalities on the road. It notes that national trailer growth is high, with 950,000 new light- and medium-duty trailers registered in 2025. Finally, the House of Representatives encourages the public to participate in events and educate themselves on trailer safety.
Yes· 3 of 5
Does this repair or build roads and bridges?+3
Promotes safer towing practices and maintenance, helping to reduce injuries and fatalities on the road.
Would business owners be better off under this?+2
Benefits trailer manufacturers, dealers, and suppliers by promoting industry engagement and safety education.
Would farmers be better off under this?+2
Benefits farmers and other frequent trailer end-users by improving road safety and equipment maintenance awareness.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Resolution Section (2)(C) supports educating end-users about proper trailer maintenance and usage, which helps raise awareness of safe towing techniques and reduces injuries and fatalities on the road.
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Resolution Section (2)(D) supports creating a stronger partnership and alliance between industry stakeholders—such as suppliers, trailer dealers, and manufacturers—and end-users, which is crucial to utilizing those connections to raise awareness of proper towing.
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Resolution Section (2)(E) encourages the people of the United States to participate in National Trailer Safety Week events and activities and educate themselves and others on the importance of regularly inspecting, maintaining, and operating light- and medium-duty trailers.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- The provided text does not contain any sections or provisions that outline negative consequences, burdens, or penalties for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners+2Good For Farmers+2Good For Rural Residents+2
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Roads And Bridges+3
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Small Business Support+2
- 6/8/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
- 4 Cosponsors added.
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