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Read NewsTeens are taking to the road every day in Texas as newly-minted drivers and passengers. And safety activists are trying new strategies to ensure they get home alive. Car crashes remain a leading cause of death for teens, eclipsed only recently by gun violence. But the causes of fatal crashes — much like the new generation at risk of experiencing them — have changed.
Ever wonder what would happen if the police just stopped enforcing traffic laws? New Jersey State Police ran a sort of experiment along those lines, beginning in summer 2023—about a week after the release of a report documenting racial disparities in traffic enforcement. From July of that year to March 2024, the number of tickets issued by troopers for speeding, drunk driving, and other serious violations fell by 61 percent.
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See All Upcoming EventsFebruary 4, 2025 | 2:00 p.m. ET | Virtual
Successful engagement with Tribal communities in your state requires attention to a variety of cultural and judicial considerations. Tribal law governs the enforcement work that the communities do and impacts the types of support that State Highway Safety Offices can provide, while understanding tribal culture and customs impacts the ability to develop effective partnerships.
March 9-11, 2025 | Long Beach, CA
The 2025 Lifesavers Conference on Roadway Safety will be held March 9-11, 2025, in Long Beach, California. GHSA CEO Jonathan Adkins will moderate a pedestrian safety workshop and Senior Director of External Engagement Pam Shadel Fischer will lead a session on new approaches to long-term behavior change. Learn more about the meeting.