Transportation Secretary, Mary Peters, Wants to Lower Motorcycle Deaths

Today, Transportation Secretary Mary Peters has announced new initiatives to support motorcyclists. Peters is, herself, a motorcyclist. According to USA TODAY, she has proposed a new plan that includes:

• Training. DOT will develop national standards for entry-level motorcycle riders to achieve what Peters calls "a baseline of competency."
• Enforcement. DOT will create a training program to teach police officers about specific efforts to reduce crashes.
• Education. Public Service Announcements will feature Peters on the importance of helmets and other protective gear. A "Share the Road" campaign will remind drivers to be alert for motorcyclists.

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