State Highway Safety Showcases

These showcases provide an opportunity for State Highway Safety Offices (SHSOs) to share their program successes and innovative practices or learn from what's happening in other states.

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The Nevada Highway Patrol, Office of Traffic Safety, Zero Fatalities and the Las Vegas Justice Court developed the “It Can Wait for 28 Challenge” program to prevent distracted driving.

After analysis of motorcycle rider crash data, the Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning (OHSP) determined that the “unendorsed” operator was far over-represented in motorcycle crashes.

The New York Governor's Traffic Safety Committee is working with the New York Bicycling Coalition to implement a statewide mutual Respect bicycle safety awareness campaign.

Michigan traffic safety officials took an unusual approach to a serious issue by introducing a fictitious Traffic Safety Brewing Company complete with a new summer traffic safety six-pack that was highlighted at bars and restaurants across the state.


The Traffic Safety Specialist (TSS) program was designed to recognize law enforcement officers for their experience, education, training and proficiency in highway safety and traffic enforcement methods and procedures, and to encourage ongoing professional development in these areas.


Washington State’s traffic safety community established their Target Zero goal thirteen years ago. The plan has become a living, breathing document used by behavioral change professionals.

TxDOT's impaired driving holiday campaign reminds everyone while they are planning for gifts and parties this holiday season, to also make it a priority to plan for a sober ride.

To help drivers avoid a drunken driving arrest – or even worse, a serious crash – the Wisconsin Department of Transportation offers a free "Drive Sober" mobile app.


The Washington Traffic Safety Commission, Washington State Liquor Control Board and MillerCoors have partnered with Puget Sound area bars and restaurants to encourage social responsibility and safe rides after alcohol consumption.


The Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) and Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) launched an extensive speed control project in September 2005.