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transportation2 years ago

"Federal Ban on Humorous Highway Signs Sparks Debate and Concern"

The U.S. Federal Highway Administration has issued a new manual banning humorous and quirky messages on electronic highway signs, citing potential misunderstandings and distractions for drivers. States have two years to implement the changes, which aim to prioritize simple, direct, and important information such as warnings for crashes, adverse weather, and traffic delays. This decision will phase out popular funny messages seen on signs in various states, sparking debate over federal government intervention and the role of humor in promoting safe driving.

via KFYR|
#electronic-signs#federal-highway-administration#humor
transportation2 years ago

"Federal Ban on Humorous Highway Signs: Implications for State Compliance"

The U.S. Federal Highway Administration has mandated the removal of humorous and quirky messages from electronic highway signs by 2026, citing potential driver distraction and misunderstanding. States have been given two years to comply with the new regulations, which emphasize the use of signs for important information such as warnings about crashes, adverse weather, and traffic delays. This decision will impact popular and humorous messages displayed on electronic signs in various states, sparking debate over federal government intervention and the role of humor in promoting safe driving.

via Fox 10 News|
#electronic-signs#federal-highway-administration#humor
transportation2 years ago

"Feds Crack Down on Humorous Highway Messages Across U.S."

The U.S. Federal Highway Administration has mandated a ban on humorous and quirky electronic messages on highways by 2026, citing potential misunderstandings and distractions for drivers. States have been given two years to implement the changes outlined in a new 1,100-page manual, with the focus on using signs for important information such as warnings about crashes, adverse weather, and traffic delays. This decision will impact popular and creative messages displayed on electronic signs in states like Massachusetts, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Arizona, where the use of humor has been embraced. Arizona, for example, has held a contest for the funniest messages for the past seven years, drawing thousands of entries. Some state officials are critical of the federal government's intervention, questioning the need for such regulation.

via NBC News|
#arizona#electronic-signs#federal-highway-administration
transportation2 years ago

"Feds Ban Humorous Electronic Messages on Freeways"

The U.S. Federal Highway Administration has mandated the removal of humorous and quirky electronic messages from highways and freeways by 2026, citing potential misunderstandings and distractions for drivers. The new rules aim to ensure that signs convey only important information such as warnings of crashes, adverse weather, and traffic delays, as well as reminders about seatbelts and driving safety. Despite the decision, many people in Arizona express disappointment, as the clever messages on electronic signs have been a source of entertainment and attention-grabbing information.

via FOX 10 News Phoenix|
#arizona-department-of-transportation#electronic-signs#federal-highway-administration
transportation2 years ago

"Feds Ban Humorous Electronic Messages on Highways"

The U.S. Federal Highway Administration has mandated the removal of humorous and quirky electronic messages from highways and freeways by 2026, citing concerns about potential driver distraction and misunderstanding. States have been given two years to comply with the new regulations, which emphasize the use of signs for conveying important information such as warnings about crashes, adverse weather, and traffic delays. This decision will impact popular humorous messages displayed on electronic signs in various states, prompting criticism from some officials who argue for state autonomy in determining signage content.

via The Associated Press|
#electronic-signs#federal-highway-administration#highway-safety