Expressing support for the designation of the week of June 7 through June 13, 2026, as "National Trailer Safety Week" in the United States, and supporting the goals and ideals of National Trailer Safety Week to educate American motorists about the importance of proper towing techniques and maintenance.

119th Congress Introduced by Tim Burchett and 4 co-sponsors

Designates June 7–13, 2026 as National Trailer Safety Week to educate motorists on safe towing techniques and trailer maintenance.

Submitted in House

Overview

HRES 1344 (119th Congress) expresses support for designating a National Trailer Safety Week in the United States. Specifically, it designates the week of June 7 through June 13, 2026 as “National Trailer Safety Week” and endorses the goals and ideals of such a week to educate American motorists about the importance of proper towing techniques and maintenance.

Purpose and intent

Establishes a recognition from the House of Representatives that a National Trailer Safety Week should be observed.

Aims to raise awareness among the public about safe towing practices and trailer maintenance to reduce accidents, injuries, and damage related to trailers.

Encourages education and outreach to motorists regarding safe towing, including techniques and preventative maintenance.

Key provisions and changes

Formal designation: The week of June 7–13, 2026 is proclaimed as National Trailer Safety Week.

Endorsement of goals: The resolution endorses the objectives of educating motorists about proper towing techniques and maintenance.

Non-binding, symbolic action: As a House concurrent/explanatory resolution, it serves to express support and awareness rather than create new regulatory requirements or impose mandates.

Who/what is affected

General public: The designation targets motorists and trailer operators, aiming to influence awareness and behavior related to towing safety.

Stakeholders in the trailer and towing industries: Manufacturers, retailers, safety educators, and transportation policymakers are implicit beneficiaries of heightened emphasis on trailer safety.

No direct regulatory or funding changes: The measure does not authorize spending, regulate industry practices, or create new compliance requirements.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Sponsor information: Co-sponsors include Tim Burchett, Chris Pappas, Salud Carbajal, Rudy Yakym, and John Garamendi.

Action history:

Submitted in the U.S. House.
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on June 8, 2026.

Next steps: If reported favorably by the committee, the bill could be brought to the floor for a House vote. As a non-binding resolution, passage would primarily symbolize congressional support and guidance for awareness efforts in June 2026.

Potential impact

Public awareness: May increase media attention, public education campaigns, and safety outreach related to towing and trailer maintenance.

Behavioral influence: Could encourage recommendations from safety organizations, consumer advocacy groups, and industry stakeholders to promote safer towing practices.

Policy landscape: Does not create new regulations or funding; its impact is largely advocacy-based and informational.