Cooper McGough spoke to the Dallas City Council on Wednesday, Feb. 12. to end the streak.

“I’m here to ask for your support to help end the streak in Texas. Since November 7, 2000 we have suffered at least one death on Texas roads every single day,” Cooper said.

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He asks participants to go online and click on “I’m With Coop,” committing to watch your speed, buckle up, yield and pray, never drive drunk and eliminate distractions on Feb. 20. The sign-in takes less than 30 seconds.