New York is ramping up efforts to protect road crews after 450 work zone intrusions last year left four dead and over 100 injured, according to Spectrum News.
The tragic death of Ron Deming, a Thruway maintenance worker killed in 2016, continues to drive advocacy for stronger laws. His wife, Sally Deming, now champions public awareness, urging drivers to slow down and stay alert.
New initiatives include expanded Move Over laws, Operation Hard Hat, and speed enforcement cameras—all aimed at changing driver behavior before more lives are lost.
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