The California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) was awarded a $1,073,862.43 Formula Grant on October 1, 2023 under the National Priority Safety Programs (CFDA 20.616) from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). This grant funding supports the implementation of various highway safety initiatives in California, including impaired driving countermeasures, occupant protection programs, and traffic safety information system improvements. The awarded funds will enable OTS to deliver evidence-based traffic safety countermeasures such as DUI checkpoints, seatbelt enforcement mobilizations, distracted driving media outreach, child safety seat inspections, and law enforcement training. The grant award is part of NHTSA's formula grant program designed to encourage states to address national highway safety priorities identified by Congress.