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Minnesota TZD saves lives by bringing together Education, Enforcement, Emergency Medical and Trauma Services, Engineering—and more!

Minnesota Traffic Fatalities

TZD Goal: No more than 225 by 2025
2024 YTD:
122
2023 YTD:
92
2023 Total:
411*
*Preliminary

TZD Regions

Programs in eight geographic areas of Minnesota coordinate regional efforts. Regions look at crash data specifics to their areas, then work with the constituents to implement proven countermeasures.

Check out your region

Toward Zero Deaths Region Map
Click a region on the map to learn more.

News

'Service and Sacrifice' documentary streaming now

The National Law Enforcement Museum’s acclaimed short documentary was released on May 10 on digital streaming platforms. The film offers a unique glimpse into the lives of various police officers across the US.

ATV safety classes now available

ATV safety classes for youth are scheduled for spring and summer 2024 at locations throughout the state. See the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ calendar for dates and locations and to register. 

TZD is hiring!

The position will coordinate and develop work with the TZD traffic safety program to reduce serious injury and fatality crashes in South Central Minnesota. See MnDOT's careers page. 

Submit a TZD award nomination by June 27

Minnesota TZD is currently seeking nominations for our 2024 awards, including the Star Awards, Kathy Swanson Outstanding Service Award, and Emerging Leader Award. Submissions are due by June 27.