MAKE THE DECISION THAT MATTERS THE MOST
Would you ride a roller coaster without being safely secured in?!
Would you text your friends while scuba diving?!
So why not buckle your seatbelt and put down your phone while driving?!
3,405
Nebraska drivers were involved in distracted driving crashes in 2023.
629
Nebraska drivers were involved in a traffic crash because of a cell phone in 2023.
74%
Traffic fatalities in Nebraska were not wearing a seatbelt in 2023.
22%
Nebraska teen drivers were involved in a crash using a cell phone in 2023.
1
Motor vehicle crashes were the leading cause of death in 2023 for Nebraskans ages 5-24 .
81%
Of Nebraska teen traffic fatalities were not wearing a seatbelt in 2023.
Community Engagement
In the summer 2023, NDOT partnered with the Nebraska School Activities Association (NSAA) for a unique partnership to promote Buckle Up Phone Down. The partnership allows the Buckle Up Phone Down message to reach approximately 300,000 people from all ages, all demographics and areas of Nebraska at NSAA State Championships. Additionally, NDOT became the presenting sponsor of the NSAA Cup, which was renamed, The Buckle Up Phone Down NSAA Cup.
While at NSAA State Championship events, NDOT teammates spread the importance of safe driving and create a fun opportunity for people to learn more about the Buckle Up Phone Down movement. During The Buckle Up Phone Down NSAA Cup presentations, NDOT is able to inform the public about the critical need for people to buckle up and put the phone down as they celebrate the success of their school.
2024 NSAA Buckle Up Phone Down Cup Presentation
at Elkhorn North High School
Buckle Up Phone Down Booth
at the 2024 NSAA Boys Basketball Championships
Buckle Up Phone Down Sponsorship
at the 2024 NSAA Boys Basketball Championships
Buckle Up Phone Down Schools
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