TxDOT Strengthens Vigilance Against Impaired Drivers During Labor Day
· Telemundo McAllen (KTLM)
As Labor Day weekend approaches, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is intensifying its campaign against driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs. In 2025, 26 fatalities occurred during this weekend, with 57% linked to substance use. To prevent further tragedies, TxDOT is funding law enforcement agencies statewide to increase operations aimed at identifying and arresting impaired drivers. The heightened enforcement period runs from August 14 to September 7, coinciding with a national campaign by the NHTSA. TxDOT emphasizes planning safe transportation options before consuming substances that impair driving abilities.
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