Uniform Data Collection and Reporting Program

This notice invites comments, suggestions and recommendations from individuals and organizations with an interest in data support for highway and traffic safety problem identification and countermeasure activities. In particular, it solicits participation from the traffic safety community regarding a uniform data collection methodology and process pursuant to the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act (ISTEA) of 1991, which required that the Secretary establish a highway safety program for the collection and reporting of data on traffic related deaths and injuries by the States. Comments should address the specific questions listed in the notice and any relevant data-related concerns applicable to the concept of a national uniform data system or to the ISTEA requirement.