NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett, the Tennessee Hospital Association, and the Tennessee Sheriffs’ Association today reminded parents to use the free ‘Baby in the Back’ car hangtag program during the summer months to help reduce heat-related illnesses and deaths in children.
Since its launch, almost 600,000 Tennesseans have requested these free car hangtags. They serve as a reminder for drivers to always check their vehicles before locking them on hot days. Passersby who see a tag displayed from a vehicle’s mirror may also be prompted to check and make sure no child has been left inside.
“Baby in the Back is a small way to help raise awareness about the dangers of summertime heat and humidity and their effects on children,” said Secretary Hargett. “I am grateful to the Tennessee Hospital Association and the Tennessee Sheriffs’ Association, as well as the Tennessee Department of Health, the Tennessee Highway Safety Office, and AAA for their continued partnership as we all work together to prevent these tragedies involving our youngest Tennesseans. Thanks also to State Rep. Scott Cepicky for approaching us with his idea for this lifesaving program and for his trust in our office to administer it.”…