FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

May 21, 2026

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Representatives Yvette D. Clarke (NY-09) and Joe Neguse (CO-02) celebrated the advancement of their legislation, the Magnus White and Safe Streets for Everyone Act of 2026, in the House Energy and Commerce Committee’s Full Committee markup.

“Today’s advancement of the Magnus White and Safe Streets for Everyone Act through the Energy and Commerce Full Committee Markup stands as a tremendous victory for safety and responsibility on our roads, as well as for the White family, who have demonstrated incredible perseverance and determination in the wake of the tragedy that took their son. I am proud to fight alongside Congressman Joe Neguse, Jill and Michael White, and the White Line in this vital effort to protect cyclists and other vulnerable road users, no matter where they’re going or where they come from. Together, we will carry this momentum forward to ensure our legislation becomes law, and our roads are as safe as they must be for every American on them. In the name of Magnus White and all others who were lost to preventable tragedies, we will prevail,” said Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke.

“Thanks to the tireless advocacy of Jill and Michael White—who have courageously championed common-sense reforms following the tragic loss of their son, Magnus, to help prevent future tragedies involving pedestrians and cyclists—our proposal to make roads safer advanced to the House Floor as part of a broader effort to strengthen motor vehicle safety. I’m deeply grateful to my colleague Congresswoman Yvette Clarke for helping move this critical, life-saving legislation forward—our work continues,” said Congressman Joe Neguse.

Representatives Yvette D. Clarke (NY-09) and Joe Neguse (CO-02) introduced the Magnus White and Safe Streets for Everyone Act of 2026 in February. Their legislation would require the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to amend the current motor vehicle standard for automated emergency braking systems to ensure these systems can detect cyclists and other vulnerable road users regardless of clothing color or skin tone in both day and night and at the speeds NHTSA has previously determined in the existing AEB rule. This bill represents a critical step toward safer streets, fewer fatalities, and a transportation system that works for everyone.

Full text of the bill can be found HERE.

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