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The Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) and StopDistractions.org are calling on US states to implement a comprehensive strategy to combat distracted driving.
Story by Ben Spencer
May 5, 2021
By Pam Shadel Fischer, GHSA Senior Director of External Engagement, and Russ Martin, GHSA Senior Director of Policy and Government Relations
“I am literally somewhat terrified by what could happen on the roads in Minnesota, and really across the country, if we don’t get a handle on some of this really dangerous driving,” said Michael Hanson, director of Minnesota’s Office of Traffic Safety.
Story by Scott Calvert
April 21, 2021
Minnesota Office of Traffic Safety Director Mike Hanson talks with WCCO's Dave Lee about a sustained effort “to take back Minnesota’s roads and make them safer for everyone” through education and enforcement.
Interview with Dave Lee
February 9, 2021
The new year presents an opportunity to amend old habits and introduce new ones. I invite Virginians across the commonwealth to join us in our efforts to keep everyone on our roads safe from the effects of impaired driving. Social distancing has not reduced the frequency of drunken driving — which puts all road users in danger.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 23, 2020
CONTACT: Adrian Nicholas, 202-580-7934, anicholas@ghsa.org
Statement for attribution to Jonathan Adkins, Executive Director, Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA)
Data tracking, police training, inclusivity and new programs needed.
GHSA News Release
September 23, 2020
As the recipient of a grant from GHSA and ride-hailing company Lyft to prevent impaired driving, the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) partnered with the Portland Police Bureau to distribute codes for discounted Lyft rides during the 2019 holiday season.
