The Pandemic’s Tenacious Grip on Traffic Safety

Media Coverage

August 1, 2024

A new study by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety reveals the COVID-19 pandemic’s deadly impact on traffic safety in the United States.

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News Releases

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New Survey: Nearly Half of Children Riding the School Bus Have Had a Close Call with a Dangerous Driver

Nine in ten parents also support automated stop-arm camera enforcement to prevent illegal school bus passings.

News Releases

August 27, 2026

Boldest, Most Innovative Roadway Safety Conference Yet Brings National Leaders Together in Minneapolis

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State Showcases

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Quantifying and Fighting Distracted Driving in Maryland

In 2026, GHSA partnered with the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) to provide a $100,000 grant to the Maryland Highway Safety Office to pilot an innovative approach quantifying distracted driving on state roadways and then implement strategies to address this risky driving behavior.