Governors Highway Safety Association
The States' Voice on Highway Safety
Media Coverage
April 9, 2025
Pedestrian Traffic Deaths About 50% Than a Decade Ago
About 50% more pedestrians were killed during the first six months of 2024 compared to a decade ago, although the number is down 2.6% from the prior year.
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Media Coverage
June 11, 2024
Traffic Stop Project Improves Public Trust in Police
A group of researchers, led by Stockton University professors and students, believe enhancing this method of contact may improve the relationship between the police and the community.
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Media Coverage
March 11, 2025
Pedestrian Deaths Decline, but Remain at Record Highs
Pedestrian deaths dipped slightly in the first half of 2024. California’s 13 percent reduction in deaths accounted for most of the net decline around the country.
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Media Coverage
June 26, 2024
Number of Pedestrians Killed by Drivers Remains Vexingly High
The number of U.S. pedestrians killed in motor-vehicle crashes last year was notably higher than prepandemic levels, according to a new report from a nonprofit safety group.
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Media Coverage
January 1, 2025
As Marijuana Use Grows, Effect on Road Safety Remains a Blind Spot
Many states have done relatively little to study and mitigate the implications for road safety brought about by legalizing marijuana.
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October 21, 2024
Pam Shadel Fischer
Pam Shadel Fischer believes that everyone has a right to the road and has made that her priority during her nearly 40-year career in traffic safety. She is a partnership builder, working collaborati...
November 14, 2024
Roadway Safety Awards
Each year, in conjunction with its Annual Meeting, GHSA recognizes various organizations and individuals for achievements in the field of traffic safety through its Roadway Safety Awards.
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GHSA Events
September 17, 2022
GHSA 2022 Annual Meeting
Colleagues and partners from across the country joined in Derby City September 17-21, 2022 as we redefined possible in traffic safety.
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