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About NHTSA
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is responsible for keeping people safe on America’s roadways.
Through enforcing vehicle performance standards and partnerships with state and local governments, NHTSA reduces deaths, injuries and economic losses from motor vehicle crashes.
Highway Safety Grant Programs
NHTSA provides grants to state governments so states can conduct effective highway safety programs.
About the Program, Funding Status, Application Process
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News
See all news itemsNHTSA Urges Parents and Caregivers to Make Sure Car Seats Are Installed Correctly
Read More about NHTSA Urges Parents and Caregivers to Make Sure Car Seats Are Installed CorrectlyNHTSA Estimates Traffic Fatalities Declined in the First Half of 2024
September 05, 2024 Read More about NHTSA Estimates Traffic Fatalities Declined in the First Half of 2024NHTSA Proposes New Vehicle Safety Standard to Better Protect Pedestrians
Would require passenger vehicles to be designed to reduce pedestrian deaths and injuries
September 09, 2024 Read More about NHTSA Proposes New Vehicle Safety Standard to Better Protect PedestriansNHTSA Careers & Internships
Join the dedicated teamDedicated to achieving the highest standards of excellence in motor vehicle and highway safety, NHTSA works daily to help prevent crashes and their attendant costs, both human and financial. The agency strives to exceed the expectations of the American public through its core values of Integrity, Service, and Leadership.
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