Pennsylvania - The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), along with the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), the Highway Safety Network, and the state of New Jersey, launched an "aggressive driving" enforcement campaign that will run through April 26. 
 
According to a news release from PennDOT, the enforcement is aimed at limiting the number of crashes and injuries caused by aggressive driving. 
 
A one-day coordinated enforcement will also take place on April 14, in which officers will stop all drivers exhibiting "aggressive driving behaviors." 
 
The enforcement will focus on speeding, tailgating, careless lane changes, distracted driving and work zone awareness
 
"Aggressive driving crashes and fatalities are completely preventable," said PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll. "Slow down, pay attention, follow all traffic signs, and just be kind! If we all stay calm and courteous while driving, we can create a safer and more respectful driving culture, ultimately leading to fewer aggressive driving crashes and traffic deaths. Please commit to safe driving for the benefit of everyone on the road."
 
The PSP and local governments will focus on roadways where crashes commonly occur, as well as speed, traffic and construction zones. 
 
PSP Acting Commissioner Lieutenant Colonel, George Bivens, said that the PSP is ensuring roads stay safe and added that aggressive behavior behind the wheel is deadly. 
 
"The PSP is committed to protecting roadways across Pennsylvania by cracking down on aggressive drivers and holding violators accountable," Bivens said. "Reckless behavior behind the wheel has proven time and again to have deadly consequences. Together, we can help ensure everyone gets where they need to go safely by slowing down, staying alert, avoiding distractions, and obeying our traffic laws."
 
Chris Lengle, Highway Safety Network executive director, said that he hopes every time an officer stops a driver, it corrects dangerous behavior and prevents further accidents. 
 
"This enforcement campaign is not about issuing citations — it's about preventing tragedies," Lengle said. 
 
According to the release, PennDOT spends approximately $23 million annually in federal grants, helping officers enforce traffic laws to prevent serious crashes and injuries. 
 
In 2024, there were 5,897 crashes related to aggressive driving in Pennsylvania, resulting in 106 deaths and 405 injuries, according to PennDOT. Preliminary data in 2025 shows an increase in aggressive-driving-related crashes from 2024.