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Tennessee Department of Transportation ALPR Camera License Program Information

The State of Tennessee's ALPR Camera License Program, managed by the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT), provides guidelines and procedures for obtaining and installing ALPR cameras on state right-of-ways using VCIF grant funds. The program outlines the application process, coordination w

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Public Meeting for S.D. Highway 63 Improvement Project in Dewey County

Public meeting scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 11, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. MST to involve the community in planning and designing improvements for S.D. Highway 63 in Dewey County. The meeting aims to gather input on the proposed project, project limits, background information, traffic data, crash history, h

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Tennessee Department of Safety Overview

Department Overview by Commissioner Jeff Long highlighting the mission and key divisions of the Tennessee Department of Safety, including the Tennessee Advanced Communications Network (TACN), Division of Driver's Services, Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP), Office of Homeland Security (OHS), and TN Hig

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Principles of Traffic Demand Analysis and Highway Demand Forecasting

Understanding traffic flows is crucial in designing highways and managing traffic effectively. Traffic demand analysis involves forecasting future traffic volumes, modeling demand, and determining the necessary infrastructure improvements. This analysis helps in estimating axle loadings, pavement th

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AASHTO Method for Highway Flexible Pavement Design

The AASHTO method for highway flexible pavement design is based on the AASHO Road Test results and has been revised over the years to provide guidelines for pavement structural design. It emphasizes performance period, time constraints, and design variables to ensure long-lasting and cost-effective

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Tennessee Apprenticeship and Local Workforce Contacts

The Tennessee Apprenticeship program provides contact information for state and regional directors, assistant directors, program managers, and specialists. Additionally, the Local Workforce Development contacts include regional directors and executive directors for West, Middle, and East Tennessee a

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Proposed FY 2022 Highway Program Amendment Summary

The Federal Infrastructure Bill, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) was passed, providing $550 billion in funding for transportation. The bill includes reauthorization of surface transportation programs from FY 2022 to FY 2026. Changes to projected funds for FY 2021 projects and adjustmen

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Geometric Design of Highway Vertical Curves and Criteria

This content covers the vertical alignment in transportation engineering, focusing on the geometric design of highway facilities, specifically vertical curves like crest and sag curves. It explains the main design criteria for vertical curves, including minimum stopping sight distance provision, dra

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Empowering Tennessee Schools: Every Student Succeeds Act Overview

Tennessee's implementation of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) is detailed in this comprehensive plan, outlining equitable services for eligible non-public/private schools. From objectives to aligned strategic plans, this initiative aims to enhance decision-making authority and flexibility in e

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Early Learning Model Overview and Goals in Tennessee

The Early Learning Model (ELM) in Tennessee aims to enhance teaching and learning in pre-K and kindergarten, ensuring students' academic, social, and emotional growth. The model focuses on creating a seamless learning pathway from pre-K to third grade, emphasizing excellence and equity for all stude

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Kentucky's Highway Plan Development and Improvement Overview

Kentucky's highway plan involves capturing needs and translating them into projects, with a focus on larger highway improvement projects like safety improvements, road widening, reconstruction, new interchanges, and routes. The process includes project development planning to address operational and

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Understanding Highway Safety Manual (HSM) Methods

The Highway Safety Manual (HSM) introduces a science-based approach to safety analysis, providing tools for quantitative evaluation of safety alongside other transportation performance measures. Examples and case studies demonstrate the impact of design choices on safety outcomes, illustrating the p

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Guide to Becoming a Credentialed Provider in Tennessee

The State of Tennessee's Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (DIDD) oversees services for individuals enrolled in various programs and waivers. Learn about the mission, vision, integration goals, funding, and how to apply to become a credentialed provider in Tennessee.

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Advanced Highway Information Extraction Interface

Explore the HIVEi highway information extraction interface presented at the Statewide Transportation Planner Meeting in 2018. Learn how to select and extract data on highway systems, roadway features, pavement conditions, traffic information, bridges, and more. Discover the detailed process and capa

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Roadside Safety Gore Points: Highway Work Caution

Working on highway shoulders requires utmost caution and awareness due to the dangers posed by passing traffic. Participants must always face traffic, be vigilant of potential obstacles, and avoid entering gore points. These traffic decision points demand extra attention as motorists enter or exit h

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Subarea and Highway Corridor Studies: Travel Demand Modeling and Refinements

In this lesson, we delve into subarea and corridor studies focusing on travel demand model refinements, highway network coding, corridor congestion relief, and trip assignment theory. Subarea modeling plays a crucial role in forecasting travel within smaller regions with detailed traffic patterns, t

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Bipartisan Infrastructure Law - Overview of Highway Provisions

This presentation provides an overview of the highway provisions in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), also known as the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. It focuses on significant programs and provisions related to highways, offering insight into budget authority, contract authority, ob

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Chapter 1 Study Guide: Driving, Mobility, and Highway Safety

Explore the comprehensive study guide for Chapter 1, covering topics such as driver education benefits, personality's impact on driving, car insurance insights, mandatory insurance in New Jersey, and the role of the National Highway Safety Act in ensuring road safety. Delve into the potential conseq

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Governors Highway Safety Program Overview

The Governors Highway Safety Program (GHSP) in Vermont has undergone a change in venue, now operating under the newly established Highway Safety Office at the Agency of Transportation (AOT). This strategic restructuring aims to enhance collaborative efforts and streamline highway safety initiatives

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Automated Tool for Inventorying and Characterizing Horizontal Curvature in Roadways

Improving highway safety is a priority for transportation departments. This project aims to develop a tool that automates the identification and characterization of horizontal curves in roadway networks using GIS technology. Roadway curvature, including horizontal curves, plays a key role in predict

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Highway Advisory System (HAS) Pilot Project for Safer and Faster Travel on NH8

The Highway Advisory System (HAS) Pilot Project on the Delhi-Jaipur NH8 aims to provide real-time information on congestion, weather conditions, safety awareness, and disaster warnings to ensure safe and hassle-free travel on National Highways. The project encompasses phases focusing on construction

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Tennessee Highway Safety Office Overview & Funding Details

The Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO) plays a crucial role in implementing statewide programs focused on highway safety, including occupant protection, impaired driving, speed enforcement, and more. Established in 1967, THSO administers federally-funded programs following the federal fiscal yea

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Nevada Department of Transportation Overview

The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) is responsible for the planning, construction, operation, and maintenance of the state highway system, which includes over 5,400 miles of highways and 1,000 bridges. NDOT is funded through state highway funds and federal funds without utilizing any gene

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Strategic Highway Safety Plan Update 2020 Review

Strategic Highway Safety Plan (SHSP) is a multi-agency effort to reduce traffic fatalities and injuries on public roads, mandated by federal law. The plan must be updated every five years to utilize Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) funds. Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) receives si

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Opioid, Benzodiazepine, and Gabapentin Prescription Trends in Tennessee 2016-2020

This report highlights the trends in opioid, benzodiazepine, and gabapentin prescriptions in Tennessee from 2016 to 2020. It addresses the increasing rates of drug overdose deaths, particularly opioid-related deaths. The data presented shed light on the measures and trends to combat the opioid crisi

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Voter Eligibility and Residency Guidelines in Tennessee

This informative text outlines the voter eligibility requirements in Tennessee, including citizenship, age, and residency criteria. It also details the factors considered for determining residency, addresses special considerations for homeless voters, and explains the process for registering to vote

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Tennessee Department of Health HDDS Informational Webinar Overview

The Tennessee Department of Health's Division of Population Health Assessment conducted an informational webinar on the Hospital Discharge Data System (HDDS). The webinar covered topics such as processing hospital data into HDDS, data availability, submitting data requests, and discussing data needs

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Comparison of Kentucky Highway Fatality Rates Across Multiple States

Analysis reveals Kentucky's highway fatality rates in comparison to other states over the years 2005, 2013, 2014, and 2015. Data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) shows variations in fatalities per 100 million vehicle miles traveled, positioning Kentucky among the state

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Tennessee Promise Program Quarterly Report

Updates from the Tennessee Higher Education Commission's Spring Quarterly Meeting in April 2016 regarding cohorts 1 and 2 of the Tennessee Promise program. Information includes enrollment numbers, community service deadlines, FAFSA completion, retention rates, and more. The report highlights where c

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Understanding Health Care Decision Laws in Tennessee

The Health Care Decision Act of 2004 in Tennessee ensures patients have the right to make their own health care decisions and promotes advance directives. Federal laws like the Patient Self-Determination Act of 1991 require health care facilities to provide statements of rights on decision-making an

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Occupational Safety & Health Initiatives in Tennessee

The Tennessee Occupational Safety and Health Administration (TOSHA) is dedicated to enhancing workplace safety through outreach, training, and enforcement efforts. Fatalities and injuries in various industries are investigated, emphasizing the importance of implementing safety and health management

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Advancing Higher Education Initiatives in Tennessee

Troy Grant, Assistant Executive Director for P-16 Initiatives at the Tennessee Higher Education Commission, leads efforts to support postsecondary institutions in Tennessee. With initiatives like Drive to 55 and Advise TN, the goal is to increase college degree attainment, provide college advising t

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Transforming Dixie Highway Project Overview

The Transforming Dixie Highway project aims to address existing conditions on Dixie Highway, focusing on highway improvements, bus rapid transit, and intelligent transportation systems. Key components include crucial partnerships with transportation entities, extreme challenges such as physical cons

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Tennessee Highway Safety Office Grant Reporting Guidelines

Guidelines for submitting monthly/quarterly reports for Tennessee Highway Safety Office grants, including deadlines, data collection forms, and reporting requirements for Law Enforcement Program Grants and High Visibility Enforcement Grants. Learn where to submit reports, important dates, and detail

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Tennessee Leadership for Equity Convening at Pearl-Cohn High School

Dr. Candice McQueen, Commissioner of Education, led the discussion on ensuring equity for all students at the Tennessee Leadership for Equity Convening. The presentation highlighted challenges in supporting teachers, sustaining state initiatives, and addressing non-academic student needs. It also fo

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Perceived Value of Pursuing Baldrige Applications and Awards at Tennessee Department of Health

Qualitative cross-sectional survey by Emily Miller, MPH Intern at East Tennessee State University, explores applicant perceptions of pursuing Tennessee Center of Excellence Awards and the application process at the Tennessee Department of Health. The study delves into the mission, background of Bald

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Tennessee Promise Scholarship Program Details

The Tennessee Promise offers two years of tuition-free community or technical college for Tennessee high school graduates. Eligible students receive last-dollar scholarships to cover tuition and fees, along with mentor support. Requirements include being a Tennessee resident, graduating from an elig

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Interesting Facts About Tennessee

Discover intriguing facts about Tennessee, including its capital, state flower, counties, rivers, and historical background. Explore the major rivers and grand divisions of Tennessee while learning about the Native American tribe that West Tennessee was purchased from. Test your knowledge on city di

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Tennessee Bureau of Investigation: Trends in Law Enforcement Drug Seizures 2022

Analyzing drug seizure trends in Tennessee, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation report highlights the prevalence of various substances such as Tramadol, HHC, THCP, Buprenorphine, Heroin, Fluorofentanyl, and Cocaine during the first and second quarters of 2022.

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Update of Crash Modification Factors for Highway Safety Manual

This project, led by the University of North Carolina Highway Safety Research Center, focuses on updating Crash Modification Factors (CMFs) for the Highway Safety Manual (HSM). The team aims to assess and develop criteria for CMFs, conduct gap analysis, develop crash modification functions for treat

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