Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety (Advocates)
@saferoadsnow.bsky.social
Media contact: Shane Austin (202) 425-2776
Updated Statement: "Advocates opposes all efforts to preempt state actions on artificial intelligence (AI). State actions on AI, which include issuing and maintaining protections for autonomous vehicle (AV) operations, should not be undermined.."
November 20, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Updated Statement: "Advocates opposes all efforts to preempt state actions on artificial intelligence (AI). State actions on AI, which include issuing and maintaining protections for autonomous vehicle (AV) operations, should not be undermined.."
We oppose including language to preempt state actions on artificial intelligence (AI) in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026. Read our full statement:
Statement on Potential Provisions to Hamper State Actions to Ensure Safe Use of AI in NDAA | Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety
Contact: Shane Austin saustin@saferoads.org 202.425.2776 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Statement by Cathy Chase, President of Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety ...
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November 19, 2025 at 7:10 PM
We oppose including language to preempt state actions on artificial intelligence (AI) in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026. Read our full statement:
Sending our deepest condolences to the Harsha family and @ghsahq.bsky.social team. Barb was a devoted and fearless safety leader whose work resulted in countless lives saved and injuries prevented on our nation’s roadways.
GHSA, Roadway Safety Community Mourn Passing of Barbara Harsha
Harsha, who served became GHSA’s Executive Director in 1988 and retired in 2013, leaves behind a long list of accomplishments and a lasting positive impact on roadway safety.
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November 19, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Sending our deepest condolences to the Harsha family and @ghsahq.bsky.social team. Barb was a devoted and fearless safety leader whose work resulted in countless lives saved and injuries prevented on our nation’s roadways.
SAVE THE DATE: Join us for a LIVE press event at saferoads.org on 12/3 at 10:00 AM ET to release the 2026 Roadmap to Safety report. It will rate states & D.C. on progress toward adoption of safety laws & provisions proven to save lives, reduce injuries & contain costs.
Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety
Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety is an alliance of consumer, medical, public health, law enforcement, and safety groups and insurance companies and agents working together to make America’s roads...
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November 17, 2025 at 6:48 PM
SAVE THE DATE: Join us for a LIVE press event at saferoads.org on 12/3 at 10:00 AM ET to release the 2026 Roadmap to Safety report. It will rate states & D.C. on progress toward adoption of safety laws & provisions proven to save lives, reduce injuries & contain costs.
Sunday Nov. 16 marks World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims, and Advocates takes this opportunity to honor the tens of thousands of people killed in preventable motor vehicle crashes each year in the United States. #worlddayofremembrance #wdor2025
World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims in the U.S.
Advocating safer roads through speed limits, road design, and vehicle enhancements.
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November 13, 2025 at 6:48 PM
Sunday Nov. 16 marks World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims, and Advocates takes this opportunity to honor the tens of thousands of people killed in preventable motor vehicle crashes each year in the United States. #worlddayofremembrance #wdor2025
@pelosi.house.gov is a 3x recipient of our Highway Safety Hero Award. As she announces an end to her historic Congressional career, we want to express our sincere gratitude for her incomparable, long-standing leadership on traffic safety issues.
November 13, 2025 at 2:58 PM
@pelosi.house.gov is a 3x recipient of our Highway Safety Hero Award. As she announces an end to her historic Congressional career, we want to express our sincere gratitude for her incomparable, long-standing leadership on traffic safety issues.
NHTSA data show 29% of crash fatalities in 2023 were speeding related. Requiring Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA) tech for convicted “super speeders” is a way to address this behavior. We contributed to a white paper out today from @familiesforsafestreets.org
Support Safe Vehicles — Families for Safe Streets - USA
www.familiesforsafestreets.org
November 4, 2025 at 6:35 PM
NHTSA data show 29% of crash fatalities in 2023 were speeding related. Requiring Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA) tech for convicted “super speeders” is a way to address this behavior. We contributed to a white paper out today from @familiesforsafestreets.org
@espn.com has a powerful story on the dedication of
Marcus Kowal to end drunk driving. He is pushing for "Liam's Law" in state capitals to set BAC limits while driving to .05%, policy backed by research & data. We urge states to join UT & enact .05% BAC limits.
Marcus Kowal to end drunk driving. He is pushing for "Liam's Law" in state capitals to set BAC limits while driving to .05%, policy backed by research & data. We urge states to join UT & enact .05% BAC limits.
Inside Marcus Kowal's fight to change America's drunken driving laws
Marcus Kowal, an ex-MMA fighter, wants to change American drunken driving laws after the tragic death of his 15-month-old son.
www.espn.com
November 3, 2025 at 6:16 PM
@espn.com has a powerful story on the dedication of
Marcus Kowal to end drunk driving. He is pushing for "Liam's Law" in state capitals to set BAC limits while driving to .05%, policy backed by research & data. We urge states to join UT & enact .05% BAC limits.
Marcus Kowal to end drunk driving. He is pushing for "Liam's Law" in state capitals to set BAC limits while driving to .05%, policy backed by research & data. We urge states to join UT & enact .05% BAC limits.
Whether you’re behind the wheel, walking door-to-door, or out celebrating, remember:
🚫 No distracted driving
🚫 No speeding
🚫 No impaired driving
This Halloween, you can help make the night a treat, not a tragedy.
🚫 No distracted driving
🚫 No speeding
🚫 No impaired driving
This Halloween, you can help make the night a treat, not a tragedy.
October 31, 2025 at 6:08 PM
Whether you’re behind the wheel, walking door-to-door, or out celebrating, remember:
🚫 No distracted driving
🚫 No speeding
🚫 No impaired driving
This Halloween, you can help make the night a treat, not a tragedy.
🚫 No distracted driving
🚫 No speeding
🚫 No impaired driving
This Halloween, you can help make the night a treat, not a tragedy.
MA: Engaging with electronic devices while driving can result in mental distractions for up to 27 seconds after returning to the driving task. We support SB 2423 & SB 2349 with upgrades to curb distracted driving & improve safety. Read more: saferoads.org/2025-massach...
MA: Laws to Address Evolving Distracted Driving Threat Should Be Advanced by Legislature | Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety
Advocates has sent a letter to members of the Massachusetts Legislature's Joint Committee on Transportation in support of Senate Bill (SB) 2349 and SB ...
saferoads.org
October 31, 2025 at 2:58 PM
MA: Engaging with electronic devices while driving can result in mental distractions for up to 27 seconds after returning to the driving task. We support SB 2423 & SB 2349 with upgrades to curb distracted driving & improve safety. Read more: saferoads.org/2025-massach...
👻 Trick-or-treaters will be out tonight. Slow down & stay alert! Costumes & excitement can lead to a challenging roadway environment.
🟠 Put your📱away
🟣 Watch for pedestrians in dark clothing
⚫ Never drive impaired
Let’s make sure everyone gets home safely this Halloween.
🟠 Put your📱away
🟣 Watch for pedestrians in dark clothing
⚫ Never drive impaired
Let’s make sure everyone gets home safely this Halloween.
October 31, 2025 at 2:41 PM
👻 Trick-or-treaters will be out tonight. Slow down & stay alert! Costumes & excitement can lead to a challenging roadway environment.
🟠 Put your📱away
🟣 Watch for pedestrians in dark clothing
⚫ Never drive impaired
Let’s make sure everyone gets home safely this Halloween.
🟠 Put your📱away
🟣 Watch for pedestrians in dark clothing
⚫ Never drive impaired
Let’s make sure everyone gets home safely this Halloween.
OH: Fatal crashes involving drivers ages 15-20 rose 11% from 2014-2023. Teen driver crash rates are 4x drivers 20+. We oppose HB 463 to reduce the minimum driving age to 15 & weaken supervised driving requirements for novice drivers. Read more: saferoads.org/2025-ohio-gd...
OH: Risk to Public Safety Comes With Bill to Reduce Minimum Driving Age | Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety
Advocates has sent a letter to the Ohio House Transportation Committee urging members oppose House Bill (HB) 463. This measure will reduce the minimum drivi ...
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October 21, 2025 at 3:28 PM
OH: Fatal crashes involving drivers ages 15-20 rose 11% from 2014-2023. Teen driver crash rates are 4x drivers 20+. We oppose HB 463 to reduce the minimum driving age to 15 & weaken supervised driving requirements for novice drivers. Read more: saferoads.org/2025-ohio-gd...
MA: We support SB 2422 to upgrade the law requiring children to be properly restrained until age 13 by also requiring them to be in rear seats of vehicles. The risk of fatal injury in rear seats is 41% lower for ages 1-4 and 30% lower for ages 5-12. saferoads.org/2025-ma-cps-...
MA: Legislature Should Pass Bill Aimed at Helping Keep Children Safe in Vehicles | Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety
Advocates has sent a letter to members of the Joint Committee on Transportation in the Massachusetts legislature in support of Senate Bill (SB) 2422 to enha ...
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October 17, 2025 at 6:39 PM
MA: We support SB 2422 to upgrade the law requiring children to be properly restrained until age 13 by also requiring them to be in rear seats of vehicles. The risk of fatal injury in rear seats is 41% lower for ages 1-4 and 30% lower for ages 5-12. saferoads.org/2025-ma-cps-...
READ: Group letter to DOT Secretary Sean Duffy signed by Advocates & others urging DOT to complete rulemaking requiring automatic emergency braking (AEB) in all new commercial motor vehicles.
Advocates Sends Group Letter to Sec. Duffy Urging DOT to Complete AEB Rule for All New CMVs Without Delay | Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety
Advocates and other safety partners have written to U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary Sean Duffy urging DOT to complete the rulemaking to re ...
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October 17, 2025 at 5:06 PM
READ: Group letter to DOT Secretary Sean Duffy signed by Advocates & others urging DOT to complete rulemaking requiring automatic emergency braking (AEB) in all new commercial motor vehicles.
Progressive is out with a new study today on the evolution of driver’s education. Read what Advocates' president Cathy Chase had to say about the importance of practice hours for new drivers. #TeenDriverSafetyWeek #RulesfortheRoad www.progressive.com/resources/in...
How Effective Is Driver's Ed for Teens?
Our survey reveals that new drivers wish they'd spent more time practicing before hitting the road — and experts agree. Read the report to learn more.
www.progressive.com
October 16, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Progressive is out with a new study today on the evolution of driver’s education. Read what Advocates' president Cathy Chase had to say about the importance of practice hours for new drivers. #TeenDriverSafetyWeek #RulesfortheRoad www.progressive.com/resources/in...
READ: Advocates' President Cathy Chase in this year’s #VisionZeroCities Journal on how federal data transparency is key to understanding and reversing the alarming level of crashes, fatalities, and strained infrastructure. #VisionZero medium.com/vision-zero-...
Crunching Numbers to Curb Crashes: Using Federal Data to Make Our Roads Safer
By Cathy Chase
medium.com
October 9, 2025 at 6:43 PM
READ: Advocates' President Cathy Chase in this year’s #VisionZeroCities Journal on how federal data transparency is key to understanding and reversing the alarming level of crashes, fatalities, and strained infrastructure. #VisionZero medium.com/vision-zero-...
WI: Advocates urged members of the Senate Committee on Transportation & Local Government to vote YES on SB 375/AB 371 to allow a pilot program for speed & red light safety cameras in the City of Milwaukee. The tech is proven to save lives. #Wisconsin saferoads.org/2025-milwauk...
WI: Senate Committee on Transportation and Local Government Should Vote YES to Allow Key Safety Tech in Milwaukee Pilot Program | Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety
Advocates has urged members of the Wisconsin Senate Committee on Transportation and Local Government to vote YES on SB 375/AB 371 to allow speed and red lig ...
saferoads.org
October 7, 2025 at 1:35 PM
WI: Advocates urged members of the Senate Committee on Transportation & Local Government to vote YES on SB 375/AB 371 to allow a pilot program for speed & red light safety cameras in the City of Milwaukee. The tech is proven to save lives. #Wisconsin saferoads.org/2025-milwauk...
This October, we recognize National Pedestrian Safety Month, National Teen Driver Safety Week (Oct. 19 - 25) and National School Bus Safety Week (Oct. 20 - 24). Read more: #PedestrianSafety #RulesfortheRoad #SchoolBusSafety
Statement by Cathy Chase, President, Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety, on October 2025 Roadway Safety Observances | Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety
Media Contact: Shane Austin, saustin@saferoads.org 202.425.2776 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Statement by Cathy Chase, President, Advocates for Highway and Auto Sa ...
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September 30, 2025 at 3:50 PM
This October, we recognize National Pedestrian Safety Month, National Teen Driver Safety Week (Oct. 19 - 25) and National School Bus Safety Week (Oct. 20 - 24). Read more: #PedestrianSafety #RulesfortheRoad #SchoolBusSafety
The Safe Streets for All Reauthorization & Improvement Act, H.R. 5452, advances a proven comprehensive approach & localities' ability to enhance safety on their roadways. Thank you @repcohen.bsky.social Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick & @robertgarcia.bsky.social for your leadership.
Congressmen Cohen, Fitzpatrick and Garcia Introduce the Safe Streets for All Reauthorization and Improvement Act
WASHINGTON – Congressmen Steve Cohen (TN-9), Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1), and Robert Garcia (CA-42) today introduced the Safe Streets for All Reauthorization and Improvement Act. The measure reauthorizes and strengthens the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) program whose life-saving projects in more than 1,600 communities across the United States are reducing roadway fatalities and serious accidents.Congressman Cohen made the following statement:
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September 29, 2025 at 4:39 PM
The Safe Streets for All Reauthorization & Improvement Act, H.R. 5452, advances a proven comprehensive approach & localities' ability to enhance safety on their roadways. Thank you @repcohen.bsky.social Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick & @robertgarcia.bsky.social for your leadership.
CT: We agree with the Hearst Connecticut Media Editorial Board that helmets should be required for all motorcycle riders. Helmets reduce risk of head injury by 69% & risk of death by 42% & use is higher in states with all-rider laws. @ctinsider.bsky.social www.ctinsider.com/opinion/arti...
Editorial: Let's simplify helmet laws in Connecticut
'Anyone using a motorcycle shouldn’t need to check their birth certificate to see the wisdom in shielding their head.'
www.ctinsider.com
September 26, 2025 at 3:54 PM
CT: We agree with the Hearst Connecticut Media Editorial Board that helmets should be required for all motorcycle riders. Helmets reduce risk of head injury by 69% & risk of death by 42% & use is higher in states with all-rider laws. @ctinsider.bsky.social www.ctinsider.com/opinion/arti...
PA: Safety kudos to Philadelphia for adding 15 speed safety cameras on Broad St. A Carnegie Mellon study of speed safety cameras on Roosevelt Blvd. found a 90% reduction in speeding & ~ 50% decrease in crashes & injuries compared to the other studied Philly roads.
Speeding drivers to begin receiving warnings along Broad Street from newly installed speed cameras
Drivers caught on camera speeding along Broad Street will begin to receive warnings.
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September 16, 2025 at 6:30 PM
PA: Safety kudos to Philadelphia for adding 15 speed safety cameras on Broad St. A Carnegie Mellon study of speed safety cameras on Roosevelt Blvd. found a 90% reduction in speeding & ~ 50% decrease in crashes & injuries compared to the other studied Philly roads.
According to NHTSA 30% of all traffic fatalities in 2023 in the U.S. (12,429) involved at least one driver who was alcohol impaired. Over Labor Day weekend that same year, it grew to 36%. Read more on actions needed now to make roadways safer: saferoads.org/labor-day-20...
Statement on Labor Day Travel and Actions Needed to Save Lives and Reduce Injuries on Roadways | Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety
Contact: Shane Austin saustin@saferoads.org 202.425.2776 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Statement of Cathy Chase, President, Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety (A ...
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August 27, 2025 at 4:11 PM
According to NHTSA 30% of all traffic fatalities in 2023 in the U.S. (12,429) involved at least one driver who was alcohol impaired. Over Labor Day weekend that same year, it grew to 36%. Read more on actions needed now to make roadways safer: saferoads.org/labor-day-20...
The question of whether states or the federal government should enact tougher seatbelt laws for charter buses emerges after every bus crash with multiple fatalities, said Cathy Chase, president of Advocates for Highway & Auto Safety. Read more in @nytimes.com www.nytimes.com/2025/08/23/n...
Survivors of Bus Crash Near Buffalo Recount Harrowing Ordeal
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August 25, 2025 at 4:03 PM
The question of whether states or the federal government should enact tougher seatbelt laws for charter buses emerges after every bus crash with multiple fatalities, said Cathy Chase, president of Advocates for Highway & Auto Safety. Read more in @nytimes.com www.nytimes.com/2025/08/23/n...
WI: In 2023, 583 people were killed in traffic crashes in the Badger State, a 15% increase since 2014. Speed & red light safety cameras are proven to save lives, which is why we support SB 375/AB 371 to create a pilot program in Milwaukee. Read more: saferoads.org/2025-milwauk...
WI: State Legislature Should Create Speed Safety Camera Pilot Program in Milwaukee to Reduce Crashes | Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety
Advocates has sent letters of support to the Wisconsin Assembly Committee on Criminal Justice and Public Safety and Senate Committee on Transportation and L ...
saferoads.org
August 21, 2025 at 8:03 PM
WI: In 2023, 583 people were killed in traffic crashes in the Badger State, a 15% increase since 2014. Speed & red light safety cameras are proven to save lives, which is why we support SB 375/AB 371 to create a pilot program in Milwaukee. Read more: saferoads.org/2025-milwauk...
MA: In 2023, 1,019 children ages 14 & younger were killed in traffic crashes in the U.S. Advance SB 1657/HB 2603 to help keep these vulnerable passengers safe by requiring them to be properly restrained for their age, size & development. Read more: saferoads.org/2025-ma-chil...
MA: Children's Lives Can Be Saved with Update to Child Occupant Protection Statute | Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety
In the Massachusetts Legislature, Advocates supports Senate Bill (SB) 1657/House Bill (HB) 2603 to update the child occupant protection statute by adding a ...
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August 21, 2025 at 7:17 PM
MA: In 2023, 1,019 children ages 14 & younger were killed in traffic crashes in the U.S. Advance SB 1657/HB 2603 to help keep these vulnerable passengers safe by requiring them to be properly restrained for their age, size & development. Read more: saferoads.org/2025-ma-chil...