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Drug-impaired driving is one of the thorniest challenges in roadway safety. The data show just how extensive this problem is: Drivers in fatal crashes were more likely to test positive for cannabis than alcohol in a study of trauma centers during the pandemic. But we also know that many cases of drug-impaired driving go undetected. Giving law enforcement the resources and training they need to better detect all forms of impairment will make our roads safer for everyone. I'll be moderating a workshop at the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) 2024 Annual Meeting addressing how to successfully implement a roadside drug testing program. We'll hear from leaders in three states – Indiana, Kansas and Minnesota – that are using oral fluid screening to remove dangerous drug-impaired drivers from the road. Law enforcement, State Highway Safety Office and toxicology officials will share lessons learned, metrics of success and the value of data. I hope to see you in Indianapolis starting this weekend. There's much more information about the #GHSA2024 Annual Meeting online: https://lnkd.in/e8qXaUsF. Michael Hanson Minnesota Department of Public Safety - DPS Carrie Hodges Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) Fred Delfino Chuck DeWeese Intoximeters Abbott