Hawai’i signs “Stop Super Speeders” Bill into Law
Hawaiʻi has become the ninth jurisdiction to enact “Stop Super Speeders” legislation. Expected to take effect January 1, 2028, the law allows courts to require Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA) devices for drivers convicted of excessive speeding or dangerous racing-related offenses. The devices use location-based technology and onboard systems to prevent vehicles from exceeding posted speed limits. Qualifying offenses include driving at least 30 miles per hour above the limit or at least 80 miles per hour regardless of the limit, as well as drag racing and exhibition of speed.
Research links a small group of dangerous speeders to a disproportionate share of deadly crashes, while an estimated 75 percent of suspended drivers nationally continue driving. Advocates see ISA as a way to address that gap, with evidence showing it can significantly reduce dangerous speeding. A dozen more states introduced similar bills this session, signaling growing national momentum.
Families for Safe Streets - Elizabeth Hocker
Families for Safe Streets is a national movement dedicated to supporting and elevating the voices of those affected by roadway deaths and severe injuries. Together, we are working to end the preventable epidemic of traffic violence on our roads. We are honored to announce that Elizabeth Hocker, mother of Damien Hocker, will be presenting to our community next year. Please stay tuned for the date and further details.
Petition Signing Request
Andrews Road and Harvey Lane are township roads maintained by Willistown.
What We Are Requesting
We ask Willistown to conduct a Pedestrian Safety Study and implement appropriate safety improvements based on the study’s engineering analysis.
What the Study Will Deliver
The study will provide concrete, actionable recommendations to make Andrews Road and Harvey Lane safer for everyone who walks there.
You do not have to live on Andrews or Harvey to sign. Your signature shows Willistown that this matters to our whole township. Every signature counts in Willistown.
Long Lane & School Lane - UPDATE
The intersection of Long Lane and School Lane is an important focus area for pedestrian safety improvements.
· August 2026: Over 70 neighbors signed the petition, which was submitted to our supervisors.
· September 2026: We met with Willistown Chief of Police Heim and Officer Bills at Long Lane and School Lane to discuss pedestrian safety. We learned that the police department is overseeing the study and has engaged Pennoni Engineers to conduct it.
· October 2026: No updates were received regarding the study’s progress.
· November 2026: Willistown Police Chief Heim spoke with Don Forbes at the Nov. 9th Supervisors meeting. It is Don’s understanding that we have progress - the design engineers have come up with a design and are reviewing it internally. We hope to get a report in the near future.
We remain fully committed to working with the township to move this important safety initiative forward. We will keep you informed as soon as we hear back and we look forward to working together on next steps.
N. Cedar Hollow & W. Central - UPDATE
This summer, we were encouraged by the strong community response—more than 150 Willistown residents signed a petition supporting a Pedestrian Safety Study in the North Cedar Hollow and West Central communities in the northeastern part of the township. We initially submitted the request to PennDOT, which directed us to Willistown Township. On August 23, we formally submitted our request to Supervisors Shoemaker, Perrin, and McCarry.
Going Forward
We remain committed to working with the township to move this important safety initiative forward. We'll keep you informed as we hear back and work together on next steps.
Yard Signs are Here!
We’ve hit 58 yards! Every sign is a reminder that our community cares about safe streets. Add yours today – free sign, we deliver. The more visible we are, the harder it is to ignore.