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It Takes Seconds to Save a Child’s Life — Stop. Look. Lock.

It Takes Seconds to Save a Child’s Life — Stop. Look. Lock.

Every year, dozens of young people are lost to a completely preventable danger: pediatric vehicular heatstroke. Whether due to a change in routine, a momentary distraction, or a child gaining access to an unlocked vehicle, these heartbreaking incidents happen across the country—including right here in Maryland. 

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People of MDOT Who Make Maryland’s Road Signs

People of MDOT Who Make Maryland’s Road Signs

Do you know where all of Maryland's road signs are created? Introducing the State Highway Administration's sign shop. Whether it's parking signs, warning signs, or exit signs, a team of five works everyday to create them and keep Marylanders safe on the road. Each...

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A Safety First Mission for MDOT’s Police Officers

A Safety First Mission for MDOT’s Police Officers

Across Maryland’s transportation system, keeping people safe involves the coordinated work of engineers, emergency responders and specialized police forces whose mission is protecting how people move across the state. For National Police Week (May 11-15), we are highlighting MDOT’s three police forces and recognizing the dedicated officers who serve with purpose, courage, dedication and integrity. 

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Gearing Up for Bikeways Applications

Gearing Up for Bikeways Applications

Calling all bike enthusiasts: the application for Fiscal Year 27 Bikeways funding is now open!  Established in 2012, the Kim Lamphier Bikeways Network Program (“Bikeways”) funds the design and building of bicycle routes across Maryland. The Bikeways...

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MDOT taking steps to combat human trafficking

MDOT taking steps to combat human trafficking

The horrible crime of human trafficking affects all parts of the state of Maryland. Major airports, inexpensive bus lines and regional train service makes the state a target for traffickers. That’s why the Maryland Department of Transportation is taking the lead in...

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