The Senate passed the measure on March 4, and it now awaits vote in the House. A recent University of Boston study of five states that had lowered limits to .08 found they were able to reduce drunk driving fatalities by 16 percent. 15 states currently have .08 blood alcohol concentration limits. Under the proposal, states not adopting .08 laws by 2002 stand to lose federal highway funding. These car seats are a popular choice of parents because they can be used in the car and as a carrier, which makes transporting infants much easier.
Safety is our highest transportation priority.
A child safety seat that is installed and used correctly is the most effective safety device available for young children in automobiles. As the hoopla was buzzing at both organizations about the news conference, another joint project was taking hold. This publication is mailed to safety officials and advocates. The first joint issue is expected out in early April. Please contact Kathie Klass at 6-9550 for copies.