Federal road safety news

Here are some recent news articles and updates on federal road safety initiatives:

Recent News Articles:

  1. NHTSA Launches New Campaign to Reduce Distracted Driving (February 2023): The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched a new campaign to reduce distracted driving, which is a leading cause of crashes and fatalities on U.S. roads.
  2. Federal Highway Administration Awards $1.5 Billion for Highway Safety Improvements (January 2023): The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has awarded $1.5 billion in funding to states to improve highway safety, including projects to reduce crashes, improve road design, and enhance emergency response capabilities.
  3. NHTSA Proposes Rule to Improve Vehicle Safety (December 2022): NHTSA has proposed a new rule to improve vehicle safety by requiring automakers to install advanced safety features, such as automatic emergency braking and lane departure warning systems, in new vehicles.
  4. FHWA Launches New Program to Reduce Truck Crashes (November 2022): FHWA has launched a new program to reduce truck crashes, which are a leading cause of fatalities on U.S. roads. The program will provide funding and technical assistance to states to implement safety countermeasures.

Federal Road Safety Initiatives:

  1. National Road Safety Strategy: The National Road Safety Strategy is a comprehensive plan to reduce traffic fatalities and injuries on U.S. roads. The strategy focuses on improving road design, enhancing vehicle safety, and promoting safe driving behaviors.
  2. Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP): HSIP is a federal program that provides funding to states to improve highway safety. The program focuses on reducing crashes, improving road design, and enhancing emergency response capabilities.
  3. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA): NHTSA is the federal agency responsible for reducing traffic fatalities and injuries on U.S. roads. The agency sets safety standards for vehicles and promotes safe driving behaviors through public awareness campaigns.
  4. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA): FMCSA is the federal agency responsible for regulating commercial motor vehicles and improving truck safety. The agency sets safety standards for commercial vehicles and promotes safe driving behaviors among truck drivers.

Upcoming Events:

  1. National Road Safety Week (April 2023): National Road Safety Week is an annual event that raises awareness about road safety and promotes safe driving behaviors.
  2. International Conference on Road Safety (May 2023): The International Conference on Road Safety is a global event that brings together experts and policymakers to discuss road safety issues and share best practices.

I hope this information is helpful!