GHSA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit representing the state and territorial highway safety offices that implement federal grant programs to address behavioral highway safety issues. GHSA has two tiers of membership: its core, State Highway Safety Office (SHSO) Members and Associate Members. Funding Opportunities: Governors Highway Safety Association
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GHSA Goals:
Promote traffic safety as a national priority Expand and deliver member support services
Develop new partnerships and strengthen existing partnerships Encourage innovative approaches in the states’ safety programs Ensure sufficient resources to support association services and priorities
GHSA Vision:
Lead states and territories in moving toward zero deaths on the nation’s roadways through leadership, partnerships, and advocacy.
GHSA History:
The Highway Safety Act of 1966 established the State and Community Highway Safety Grant Program (U.S.C. Title 23, Section 402), creating a unique partnership among federal, state and local governments and setting the foundation for the creation of State Highway Safety Offices, which were funded primarily through 402 funds. In each state and territory, governors select a representative to administer the program. In 1967, several Governor's Representatives organized into the National Conference of Governors' Highway Safety Representatives (NCGHSR). The organization was incorporated in February 1975 and received nonprofit status in June 1976. In March 1978, the organization transitioned from a conference to an association, becoming NAGHSR. In the ensuing years, its membership, expertise and influence grew. In November 2002, the organization's name was changed to the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA). State and territorial governors appoint State Highway Safety Office (SHSO) directors, often called Governors' Representatives, or GRs. These GRs and their designated Highway Safety Coordinators make up the core GHSA membership. Many SHSOs are located within their own state’s Transportation. Others are part of the Public Safety Department or other state agency. A few are independent offices within state government. State Highway Safety Offices (SHSOs) administer various grant programs authorized and funded through federal legislation. The link below will help you access Highway Safety Federal Grant Programs administered by the SHSOs across the country. To learn more, please visit https://www.ghsa.org/about/federal-grant-programs
GHSA Mission:
Provide leadership and advocacy for the states and territories to improve traffic safety, influence national policy, enhance program management and promote best practices.
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