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Some of the western US states used to have no upper speed limits, but they no longer do. In order to accept Federal Highway Funds they had to come into compliance and establish upper limits to the speed allowed on their highways.

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Did all 50 states raise speed limit in 1987?

No, not all 50 states raised the speed limit in 1987. The increase in speed limits was the result of the National Maximum Speed Law being repealed in that year, allowing states to set their own speed limits. Some states did choose to raise their speed limits, but not all 50 states implemented higher speed limits in 1987.


What is the 3 levels of government in the US and which is the highest?

Local, state and Federal. Federal is the highest, but all of them have their own powers reserved to them. Ex: States can decide whether they'll allow gay marriage, speed limits, ect.


Which level of government has the power to set curfews and speed limits?

states


The federal government should set national speed limits?

The federal government sets national speed limits by promising monetary incentives to states that cooperate with their legislature. The states can set their own limits but if they want aid from the federal government they must comply with their mandates.


Where do most speeding accidents occur?

Interstates and other main roads of the like which have the highest posted speed limits.


What is the highest speed limit for cars in the world?

The highest speed limit for cars in the world is found on certain sections of the Autobahn in Germany, where there is no specific speed limit. However, in areas with speed limits, the maximum is generally around 130 km/h (81 mph). Other countries, like Italy, have speed limits up to 150 km/h (93 mph) on some highways. It's important to note that these limits can vary widely depending on the region and road conditions.


What was the speed limits in the 1950's?

In the 1950s, speed limits in the United States varied widely by state and type of road. Most states had maximum speed limits ranging from 55 to 70 mph on highways, while local roads often had lower limits, typically between 25 and 35 mph. The introduction of the Interstate Highway System in 1956 led to higher speed limits on these roads, reflecting a growing emphasis on automobile travel. However, the absence of a national standard meant that limits were often inconsistent across different regions.


How fast is the speed limit in the US?

The average speed from New York to Washington DC is 43MPH which hasn't change in the last 25 years. That should give you a idea of the Interstate avg speeds. One must account for traffic, road condition, normal congestion in high traveled areas. If you mean the average speed limit, it's probably 65 MPH. In 1995 Congress repealed the national speed limit of 55 and it is now up to states again to determine the limits. About 30 states have limits of 70 MPH or higher. A few Western states have no speed limits on certain stretches of highway.


What amendment sets speed limits?

Speed limits aren't in the Constitution. If you wanted to really reach you could say the 10th--any powers not reserved to the federal government devolve to the states--but that would be a big stretch.


What is the legal limit for a pellet gun?

In the United States their is no limit, but in other countries their are limits on speed and power.


Which expressway does not have speed limits?

Parts of the German Autobahn do not have posted speed limits.


When did they change the speed limit to 65?

The national speed limit was changed to 65 miles per hour in 1974 as part of the Emergency Highway Energy Conservation Act, which aimed to reduce fuel consumption during the oil crisis. This speed limit was in effect until it was repealed in 1995, allowing states to set their own limits. Some states had already raised their limits before the repeal, leading to a variety of speed limits across the country.

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