Agency: 228 - Traffic Safety Commission
Last Updated: 10/08/2025
A001 - Improve Traffic Safety on Washington Roads
The Traffic Safety Commission promotes information and education campaigns related to traffic safety; coordinates development of statewide and local safety activities; and promotes uniform enforcement of traffic safety laws. Commission staff collects and analyzes traffic safety-related data to assist in targeting efforts to reduce the number of fatalities and serious injuries. Staff also conducts research to define problem areas, identify and evaluate solutions, and track progress. State traffic safety goals are established each year, and public opinion and behavior surveys are conducted annually. The Commission provides grants to state and local agencies to support innovative projects to improve traffic safety. It administers the School Zone Safety Account which provides for enforcement activities, community and school district projects, and educational programs to improve traffic safety in school zones throughout the state.
| Account | FY 2026 | FY 2027 | Biennium Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| FTE | 32 | 32 | 32 |
| 106 - Highway Safety Account | |||
| State | 4,885,000 | 4,909,000 | 9,794,000 |
| Federal | 19,957,000 | 20,041,000 | 39,998,000 |
| Local | 30,000 | 30,000 | 60,000 |
| 24Q - Cooper Jones Active Tr Safety Acct | |||
| State | 200,000 | 200,000 | 400,000 |
| 780 - School Zone Safety Account | |||
| State | 425,000 | 425,000 | 850,000 |
| FY 2026 | FY 2027 | Biennium Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FTES | 32 | 32 | 32 |
| GFS | |||
| Other | 25,497,000 | 25,605,000 | 51,102,000 |
| Totals | 25,497,000 | 25,605,000 | 51,102,000 |
Expected Results
Improve traffic safety on Washington roadways.