On Monday, February 2, the Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning (OHSP) began accepting applications for behavior-based safety grant projects funded by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for fiscal year (FY) 2027, which runs October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027. Applications must be submitted through the Michigan Grants System (MGX).

Project applications focused on occupant protection, traffic enforcement, pedestrian/bicyclist (nonmotorized) safety, traffic records, teen driver safety, distracted driving, impaired driving, motorcyclist safety, older driver safety, research and analysis, preventing roadside deaths, and school bus safety programs will be accepted in MGX until Friday, February 27. Priority will be given to projects that address vulnerable roadway users, impairment, distraction, speed, and seat belt use.

Approved projects must follow applicable federal and state requirements. Agencies and organizations interested in pursuing a new grant idea can contact the appropriate program coordinator for more information.

To assist with FY2027 grant applications, the OHSP is hosting an in-person workshop on Tuesday, February 17, from 8 am to 5 pm. The workshop will be held at Michigan State Police Headquarters in the Centennial Conference Room located at 7150 Harris Drive in Dimondale, Michigan. There are specific time frames in place for each project area. Those interested in attending must register for the workshop by Thursday, February 12.

Additionally, the OHSP recently hosted a virtual workshop to assist with FY2027 grant applications. If you were unable to attend, a recording of the workshop can be viewed online.

Additional information can be found on the OHSP’s Grant Applications web page.