Safe Routes To School Roadway Safety Resources

There are countless resources available in Massachusetts and beyond that can help with your Safe Routes to School initiatives. These include relevant Massachusetts laws, other state programs/organizations, and a variety of funding opportunities.

Safe Speeds

MassDOT is committed to helping realize safer speeds across the Commonwealth to prevent serious crashes. Our goal is zero fatalities and serious injuries. Learn more about speed management and resources to implement speed management in your community.

Safe Speeds Resource Portal 

Massachusetts General Laws

Vulnerable User Laws (Download a copy of the 4 feet to pass infographic)

Hands-Free Law

Helmet Law

Idling Laws

Other Funding Sources

Executive Office of Public Safety and Security (EOPSS) Traffic Safety Grants

Complete Streets Funding Program

MassDOT Shared Streets and Spaces Funding Program

Highway Safety Improvement Program

MassTrails Grant Program

Racial and Ethnic Approaches to Community Health (REACH)

The State Physical Activity and Nutrition Program (SPAN)

Safe Routes to School 2023 Webinar for Municipalities – Grant Writing 101

Other Statewide Organizations/Programs

Massachusetts Bicycle Coalition (MassBike)

Green Team

Mass in Motion

Kids Speaking Up for Road Safety (End Distracted Driving and Safe Roads Alliance) 

Massachusetts Prevent Injuries Now! Network (MassPINN)

Massachusetts Traffic Safety Coalition (MaTSC)