; Whereas overinflated tires are more likely to be cut, punctured, or damaged when hitting an obstacle, such as a pothole; Whereas the U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association recommends drivers regularly check their tire-tread depth, ensure that tires are rotated and properly aligned, and check their tire pressure monthly using a tire gauge while the tires are cold, meaning the car has not been driven for 3 hours; Whereas a vehicle’s proper tire pressure is affixed to the vehicle’s door jamb next to the driver’s seat and contained in the vehicle owner’s manual; Whereas motorists should visually scan their tires for cuts, cracks, splits, punctures, and bulges, and visit a tire professional to assist with any of these conditions; Whereas spending just a few minutes each month to inspect and maintain a vehicle’s tires can make all the difference in the tires’ safety, life, and performance; and Whereas this important observance should lead to greater safety awareness and a reduction in tire-related road incidents: Now, therefore, be it