In 2023, there were an estimated 610 traffic fatalities in Maryland, which represents a 31 percent increase since 2013, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Moreover, state data show there were approximately 28,600 injury crashes and 110,400 total crashes in 2023.
Advocates supports enactment of Senate Bill (SB) 710/House Bill (HB) 883. This legislation will improve safety by prohibiting criminally negligent driving to curb its deadly and damaging incidence and impact. Read our letter to House and Senate committees.