The tragic story of María Rivas Cruz and Raymond Olivares, who were hit by a car while crossing the street after leaving a party, sheds light on the ongoing issue of speeding and road safety in their community in southeastern Los Angeles. Despite efforts by residents and advocacy groups, little has been done to address the high number of crashes and fatalities in the area. The Biden administration and some states are making efforts to improve road safety and lower speed limits, but challenges remain, including resistance to speed enforcement and outdated standards for setting speed limits. Grassroots efforts and local legislation are also playing a role in addressing these issues, but more comprehensive changes are needed at the federal level to ensure the safety of pedestrians and cyclists on American roads.
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Lawmakers weigh stricter speed limits, safer roads for pedestrians
