Bill Clinton: “On February 29, 2008, the Cameron Gulbransen Kids and Cars Safety Act was signed into law, marking a historic moment for…”

“On February 29, 2008, the Cameron Gulbransen Kids and Cars Safety Act was signed into law, marking a historic moment for children, families and safety advocates across the country. Nearly every other day in the United States, a child dies in a nontraffic vehicle accident. This legislation will ensure that cars in the United States are properly equipped with safety technology to prevent unintentional harm to children, promising safer cars, and safer children in New York and across the country. I am honored to have championed the Cameron Gulbransen Kids and Cars Safety Act in the Senate, named in remembrance of a 2-year-old Long Island boy who was killed when he wandered behind the SUV his father was backing into their driveway. With this legislation we honor his memory, and the memory of all children taken from us by these tragic and preventable auto accidents. I have met many parents, sisters, and brothers who have lost a loved one to a nontraffic-related incident. Their presence in this fight represents a true testament of courage. I would also like to thank the advocacy community--KIDS AND CARS, Consumer's Union and the Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety--for their unwavering support throughout this push for passage. Together, these families and advocates played a critical role in raising awareness of this issue throughout Congress and across the country. Thanks to their tireless work, countless tragedies will be prevented in the future.”