In 2007, the Massachusetts Commission on Drowsy Driving published "Asleep at the Wheel," a report to the state Legislature on the dangers of tired driving that contained a list of action items to prevent fall asleep crashes and injuries on our roads. Marian Berkowitz was a key contributor to this report, and its publication spurred … Continue reading 20 years of promoting roadway safety
Drowsy Driving Awareness Week is still with us! This year’s observance is Nov. 1-7
Clock change still slated for November 1, 2026. In recent months, we have noticed some confusion among the public around whether Americans will still be compelled to change their clocks back one hour on the first Sunday in November. There was much fanfare earlier this year when Congress voted to eliminate the twice-yearly clock change, … Continue reading Drowsy Driving Awareness Week is still with us! This year’s observance is Nov. 1-7
Nine years ago, Massachusetts Senate Adopted Drowsy Driving Law as Part of Omnibus Distracted Driving Bill.
Senate, June 29, 2017 - The Senate Bill to prevent driver distraction and motor vehicle fatalities (Senate, No. 2058), adopted the Preventing Drowsy Driving Law (Amendment #4) as part of omnibus distracted driving bill. Our Drowsy Driving bill has been refiled for the 2019 legislative session. We are grateful to our sponsors, Sen. Patricia Jehlen, and … Continue reading Nine years ago, Massachusetts Senate Adopted Drowsy Driving Law as Part of Omnibus Distracted Driving Bill.
How Drowsy Driving Changed My Life…
Marian Berkowitz founded the Jim Berkowitz Driving Safety Fund in 2012 after losing her brother Jim.
