U.S. Department of Transportation
Federal Highway Administration
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Washington, DC 20590
202-366-4000
The program involves conducting a study of methods to reduce collisions between motor vehicles and wildlife.
SAFETEA-LU Sections 1119 (n)
The program will include several features:
No separate funds are identified in the legislation.
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.