Brake for Kids Act of 2025
Summary
The Brake for Kids Act of 2025 aims to enhance public safety by directing the Secretary of Transportation to conduct a national public safety messaging campaign. This campaign will focus on raising awareness about the dangers of illegally passing stopped school buses. The Act emphasizes the use of various communication methods, including television, radio, and social media, to reach a wide audience.
Expected Effects
The Act will likely lead to increased public awareness regarding the risks associated with illegally passing school buses. This increased awareness could result in a reduction in accidents and injuries related to this dangerous behavior. The campaign's success will depend on the effectiveness of the messaging and its reach.
Potential Benefits
- Increased awareness of the dangers of illegally passing stopped school buses.
- Potential reduction in accidents and injuries involving school buses.
- Improved safety for children and other pedestrians near school bus stops.
- Nationwide reach through various media channels.
- Utilization of existing resources for public safety messaging campaigns.
Potential Disadvantages
- The effectiveness of the campaign depends on the quality and reach of the messaging.
- Funding for the campaign relies on existing resources, potentially diverting funds from other safety initiatives.
- No specific metrics are defined to measure the success of the campaign.
- The Act does not address enforcement measures to deter illegal passing of school buses.
- Potential for the campaign to be perceived as government overreach or propaganda.
Constitutional Alignment
The Brake for Kids Act of 2025 appears to align with the US Constitution, particularly the provision to "promote the general Welfare." This is found in the Preamble. The Act does not infringe upon any specific rights or liberties outlined in the Bill of Rights or other amendments.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).