Huge News! The lifesaving vehicle speed technology bill, SB 961, was officially passed by the California legislature on August 30!

This groundbreaking bill will require speed warning technology in all vehicles (excluding emergency vehicles and motorcycles) made or sold in California starting in 2030. It’s a crucial step to preventing crashes and saving lives.

Now, it’s in Governor Newsom’s hands, and he has until September 30 to sign it. Let’s apply pressure to ensure this vital bill becomes law!

Please take a moment to submit a message on the Governor’s contact page asking him to sign SB 961 (suggested text and instructions below). 

How to Fill Out Governor Newsom’s Contact Form

1. Go to the Governor’s official email contact page.

2. Select “Legislation Issues/Concerns” from the dropdown menu and then “leave a comment” (see below). 

3. On the next page, click “Pro”, and then paste in the following in the subject and message. Feel free to edit to make your own!

Subject Line: SB 961 Intelligent Speed Technology – PLEASE APPROVE THIS BILL

Dear Governor Newsom,

Regarding Senator Wiener’s intelligent speed assistance bill (CA SB961), I am very concerned that one third of the deaths on California roads are caused by speeding, because of this every single day four people die who should still be alive.

The intelligent speed assistance bill would require that starting in 2030, all cars and trucks manufactured or sold in California (except emergency vehicles and motorcycles) would give an audio and visual alert to drivers if they are going more than 10 MPH above the speed limit. This technology is proven to significantly reduce speeding and is already required in all vehicles in Europe.

Governor Newsom, the way we live has been changed by intelligent technology. Intelligent technology can also help us stay alive.

In the coming years the eyes of the world will be on our state. Please approve SB961 showing that California leads the way in American Road Safety.

4. On the next page, fill out your name and email.

We believe road safety is a top priority, and that every possible step should be taken to improve it.

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