Governor signs Rep Low new bill to expand fatal crash reviews to save lives
Washington will take a more systematic approach to reviewing deadly crashes and preventing future fatalities under legislation sponsored by Rep. Sam Low and signed into law this week by Gov. Bob Ferguson. House Bill 2192 will expand the role of the Washington Traffic Safety Commission by directing it to examine the factors behind fatal and […]
WA Senate approves new bill lowering drunk driving limit to 0.05% BAC
OLYMPIA [Jerry Cornfield]—Washington took a major stride Wednesday toward slashing the state’s legal limit for driving drunk. A divided state Senate voted 26-23 to approve legislation to reduce the maximum allowable blood alcohol concentration for drivers from 0.08% to 0.05%. If it makes it through the House and into law, Washington would join Utah with the toughest […]
WSP and Washington Traffic Safety Commission urge safe driving
OLYMPIA—As Washingtonians prepare to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, the Washington State Patrol (WSP) and the Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) are reminding drivers to make safe and responsible choices behind the wheel. Law enforcement agencies across the state will be increasing patrols throughout the weekend, focusing on impaired driving and speed enforcement. “Our message is […]
Drivers reminded to make good choices over the holidays
OLYMPIA—The Washington State Patrol and Washington Traffic Safety Commission want to remind everyone using the roadways this holiday season that safe roads come down to good decisions. Impaired driving, driving too fast, driving distracted, and not wearing your seatbelts are bad decisions that cost lives every year. We all want the holidays to be about […]
Sam Low appointed by Governor Jay Inslee to serve on the WA Traffic Safety Commission
By Mario Lotmore | Lynnwood Times Staff SNOHMISH COUNTY, Wash., February 15, 2021 – Last Friday, Snohomish County Councilman Sam Low was appointed by Governor Jay Inslee to serve as Commissioner on the Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC). Low is the Washington State Association of Counties representative for the Commission. WTSC is made up of 26 employees […]
