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Distracted Driving – Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx Continues the Fight

By Randy Mullett | 09/23/2013 | 7:17 PM

Distracted driving remains a priority for the Department of Transportation. Secretary Anthony Foxx believes that continued education about the issue and a reduction in distracted driving is vital as he continues the effort begun by his predecessor and staunch advocate — Ray LaHood.

Former Secretary LaHood is still actively involved in garnering support for a national law, an initiative he spearheaded during his tenure with the DOT. It’s clear that whether or not a national- or state-level ban is enacted, it takes a united front to put an end to an activity that is still prevalent on our roadways despite the many lives it endangers. A critical element if we are to see national distracted driving legislation will be the willingness of Secretary Foxx to carry the torch lit by LaHood.

I applaud Secretary Foxx for continuing LaHood’s legacy and keeping this important issue front and center.

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About Randy Mullett

C. Randal (Randy) Mullett is founder and principal of Mullett Strategies, LLC. Helping clients navigate the intricacies of Washington, DC, he focuses on transportation/freight policy, sustainability, security, and issue advocacy messaging. Prior to his current role, Mullett was vice president, government relations and public affairs, for XPO Logistics (previously Con-way Inc.) As a member of Con-way's Executive Leadership Team, he had responsibility for all government relations, corporate security, and public affairs activities including PR, corporate communication, brand management, social media, and corporate social responsibility. Additionally, he was Con-way's Chief Sustainability Officer and President of the Con-way Foundation.

Before going to Washington, he spent 25 years in LTL trucking operations and sales management. He served on the board of directors of the National Association of Manufacturers, The American Trucking Associations, The Cargo Airlines Association, The American Benefits Council, and the Intelligent Transportation Society of America. Additionally, he is a member of the USDOT's National Freight Advisory Committee and DHS's Highway and Motor Carrier Sector Coordinating Committee. A resident of Berryville, Va., Mr. Mullet holds a bachelor's degree from Shepherd University in Shepherdstown, W.V., and an MBA from Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Va.

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