U.S. Traffic Deaths Decline; $1.2B Safety Measures in Action

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U.S. traffic fatalities decline over ten consecutive quarters as Transportation Department intensifies safety measures

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Federal government commits $1.2 billion for road safety improvements, reaching 1,600 communities and 75% of America's population.

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Automatic emergency braking in new vehicles is projected to save 360 lives and prevent 24,000 injuries annually.

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Work zone safety regulations updated with positive protection measures to safeguard workers and drivers.

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Verizon deploys 5G-powered vehicle communication tech and AI dashcams to reduce unsafe driving events in commercial fleets.

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Milwaukee County launches comprehensive safety project across 19 cities to tackle reckless driving through data-driven planning.

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Emergency dispatch centers study 911 crash data to strengthen response strategies and inform safety policies.

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Safe System Approach creates multiple protection layers from improved road design to enhanced post-crash care.

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196 organizations join forces with USDOT to achieve zero roadway fatalities through technological and infrastructure improvements.

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