TRIP report estimates $1.9 trillion in societal harm from fatal and serious traffic crashes in 2022 TRIP report estimates $1.9 trillion in societal harm from fatal and serious traffic crashes in 2022 Maria Robertson / Wednesday, June 21, 2023 0 5992 Article rating: No rating TRIP, a national transportation research nonprofit, this morning released a report showing that the high number of traffic fatalities and serious-injury crashes over the past three years took a significant toll on the nation in both lives lost and economic costs. Utilizing data from a 2023 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) report, TRIP estimated that fatal and serious traffic crashes in the U.S. in 2022 caused a total of $1.9 trillion in “societal harm,” including $465 billion in economic costs and $1.4 trillion in quality-of-life costs. Read more
ATSSA research indicates raw materials shortage receding ATSSA research indicates raw materials shortage receding Maria Robertson / Monday, June 12, 2023 0 4618 Article rating: 4.5 Since the first quarter of 2021, ATSSA has monitored the availability of several key raw materials on behalf of the roadway safety infrastructure industry. In the most recent survey conducted in May, most members surveyed indicated they are seeing lessening impacts from the raw materials shortages of last year. In response to the latest raw materials survey results, ATSSA President & CEO Stacy Tetschner said, “I understand there may be continued challenges in obtaining electronic components and microchips to support the demand for signs and signals. Resin, plastics and sheeting have also been referenced. However, most of the suppliers feel they will be able to meet their contractual obligations for this year and be able to build on these successes into 2024. While this is better news than a year ago, we will continue monitoring the availability of materials by surveying our manufacturer and supplier community to ensure ATSSA keeps our industry informed.” Read more
House committee releases draft of FAA reauthorization bill House committee releases draft of FAA reauthorization bill Pam / Friday, June 9, 2023 0 3737 Article rating: No rating The House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee today released its draft reauthorization bill for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The bipartisan Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation Act would reauthorize the FAA aviation infrastructure and safety programs for the next five fiscal years, with a total investment of around $103 billion over the lifespan of the bill. At ATSSA’s Annual Convention & Traffic Expo in February, the Government Relations Committee approved a policy allowing for the Association to get engaged with this reauthorization, with a specific focus on increased investment on airfield and curbside infrastructure. The bill released earlier today would provide $20 billion in grant funding for the Airport Improvement Program (AIP). The AIP is the main grant program responsible for funding airfield and access road focused infrastructure safety projects. The full list of AIP eligible projects is available online. Read more
Worker protection headlines Spring Issue of Roadway Safety magazine Worker protection headlines Spring Issue of Roadway Safety magazine Convention Extra supplement details awards, highlights of 2023 Traffic Expo Pam / Wednesday, May 17, 2023 0 8973 Article rating: 2.0 Roadway Worker Protection Council Chair Doug Dolinar told Roadway Safety magazine it’s time for a “paradigm shift” in how the industry looks at worker safety. The Council spent the past year laser focused on that issue, producing a Worker Protection Toolkit that provides members aids for that effort. Details on the toolkit are included in the latest issue of Roadway Safety magazine. Plus, check out the Convention Extra supplement, packed with highlights from this year’s record-breaking Convention & Traffic Expo in Phoenix where roadway safety and innovation intersected. Read more
Roadway safety highlighted in construction festival on National Mall Roadway safety highlighted in construction festival on National Mall ATSSA joining effort to showcase the tools that build U.S. infrastructure Pam / Tuesday, May 9, 2023 0 6040 Article rating: 1.5 ATSSA will be on the National Mall alongside others engaged in construction of our nation’s infrastructure May 14-16. Join thousands on Mother’s Day for the kickoff of the Celebration of Construction on the National Mall. Bring the kids to see the construction vehicles spread across the area between the U.S. Capitol and the Washington Monument and hear ATSSA President & CEO Stacy Tetschner as a panelist for a discussion of job site and roadway safety. This free event provides an opportunity for individuals, families, government officials and policy makers to see the equipment and technology responsible for the country’s building and transportation sectors. The event also provides a chance to learn about careers in these industries. Read more
29Sep2023 NHTSA traffic fatality projections show decline for first half of 2023 Friday, September 29, 2023 Read more
27Sep2023 ATSSA evaluates impacts from potential government shutdown Wednesday, September 27, 2023 Read more