Austin, TX – Texans gathered at the State Capitol on Thursday night to mark a somber milestone — 25 years since the last day without a traffic fatality on Texas roads.
According to the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) and TxDOT, more than 91,000 people have died in crashes statewide since November 7, 2000, the last recorded “deathless day.” Officials relaunched the #EndTheStreakTX campaign to encourage drivers to adopt safer habits and reduce roadway deaths.
As part of the initiative, DPS troopers will hand out safe driving tip cards to motorists who receive traffic warnings. The cards promote three main safety reminders: drive at safe speeds, buckle up, and move over or slow down for stopped vehicles.
State officials, including members of DPS leadership, urged drivers to take responsibility behind the wheel to help end the ongoing streak.
TxDOT’s campaign encourages Texans to share safety messages on social media using the hashtag #EndTheStreakTX to honor lives lost and promote safer travel heading into the holiday season.
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