As a safety organization dedicated to protecting lives on our roads, we urge the incoming administration to prioritize the appointment of a Senate-confirmed Administrator of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA. Our country is facing a critical road safety crisis: traffic fatalities remain at alarming levels, with thousands of lives lost each year. NHTSA is pivotal in ensuring vehicle safety, advancing cutting-edge technology, and enforcing lifesaving measures. The appointment of a dedicated NHTSA Administrator can help steer the nation toward safer roads for drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists. Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety National Safety Council Safe Kids Worldwide MADD
Over the past eight years, the nation’s traffic safety agency has had a confirmed Administrator for just three months. During that time, more than 275,000 people have died on America’s roads. Even one death is one too many. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA needs a Senate-confirmed leader who can help steer the agency during this critical time in roadway safety. GHSA and other leading safety organizations are urging President-elect Trump to quickly nominate a proven safety leader who can be swiftly confirmed as NHTSA Administrator.
