Federal Grant Award Summary

The Ohio Department of Public Safety received $877,935.79 in formula grant funding from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) under the National Priority Safety Programs (CFDA 20.616) for the period October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2029. This Section 405(i) Driver and Officer Safety Education Grant supports Ohio's efforts to enact and enforce laws or adopt and implement programs that integrate information on law enforcement practices during traffic stops into driver education and training courses and peace officer training programs. The funding is apportioned to the State using a statutory formula and requires submission of an approved Triennial Highway Safety Plan and annual grant applications detailing specific projects and countermeasure strategies.

Under this award, ODPS will implement evidence-based safety education initiatives designed to reduce motor vehicle crashes, injuries, and fatalities across Ohio. The grant supports the development and delivery of educational content and training programs that enhance driver awareness and understanding of law enforcement interactions during traffic stops. Funding will be allocated through a reimbursement process based on documented expenditures and will support sub-awards to local law enforcement agencies, educational institutions, and other state and local entities as outlined in ODPS's approved grant applications and implementation plans.