DOT Victim and Survivor Advocate Act

S 415, the DOT Victim and Survivor Advocate Act, creates a new position within the Department of Transportation called the National Roadway Safety Advocate. This role directly serves road crash victims, survivors, and their families by acting as a liaison to share their perspectives with the Department on roadway safety programs and policies. The advocate will document stakeholder input, provide plain-language explanations of Department activities, and submit annual reports highlighting systemic safety issues and recommendations. The position cannot make policy decisions or alter regulations but focuses solely on facilitating communication between the Department and affected individuals.