Vehicle Wildlife Collision Study

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§ 1119 (n)

Program Purpose

The program involves conducting a study of methods to reduce collisions between motor vehicles and wildlife.

Statutory References

SAFETEA-LU Sections 1119 (n)

Program Features

The program will include several features:

A study of methods to reduce collisions between motor vehicles and wildlife in consultation with appropriate experts
A report to Congress
A manual to support State efforts to reduce wildlife vehicle collisions
A training course based on the manual

Funding

No separate funds are identified in the legislation.

Implementation

FHWA Offices of Safety R&D, Safety, Environment & Planning, Federal Lands, the Resource Center, and the Division Offices will work together to complete the study and will promote the products to State DOTs and others involved in wildlife management such as Departments of Natural Resources and the National Park Service. The report to Congress will be delivered by August 2007, the Manual and the training course are expected to be completed by August 2008.