December 1-31

National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month

Join us in raising awareness for National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month - don't drink and drive, it's not worth the risk!

Yearly Date
December 1
Type
Month
Category
Health

Introduction

December 1 marks the beginning of National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month! This important month is dedicated to raising awareness about the dangers of driving under the influence, and encouraging people to make responsible decisions. It's been a tradition since 1981, when President Ronald Reagan declared December as National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month in order to reduce alcohol-related motor vehicle fatalities. So let's join together this December to spread the message that drinking and driving is never okay!

National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month Timeline

1981
Inception of the Holiday
President Ronald Reagan declares December as National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month to combat alcohol-related motor vehicle fatalities.
1982
Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Founded
MADD, a nonprofit organization aiming to stop drunk driving, is founded giving a major boost to the cause.
1998
Zero Tolerance Laws
The Transportation Equity Act is signed into law, mandating zero tolerance laws for drivers under 21 in all 50 states.
2000
Reduced BAC Limit
Congress mandates a national legal limit of .08 BAC for drunk driving.
2010
Ignition Interlock Laws
Many states begin implementing ignition interlock laws for all drunk driving offenders, not just repeat offenders.

How to Celebrate National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month

1

Organize a walkathon

Organize a walkathon in your community to raise awareness about the dangers of impaired driving. Make sure to have plenty of signs and banners to remind everyone about the importance of sober driving.

2

Volunteer with MADD

Volunteer at a local Mothers Against Drunk Driving chapter. Help out by organizing events, volunteering your time, or donating money to help create safer roads.

3

Start a conversation

Start a conversation in your community about the dangers of drinking and driving. Talk to friends, family, and coworkers about the risks and how you can all work together to keep each other safe.

4

Create a PSA

Create a public service announcement to spread the message about drunk and drugged driving prevention. Use social media, billboards, or any other resources you have access to to get your message out there.

5

Take a pledge

Take the pledge to never drive while impaired. Encourage your friends and family to do the same and make an active commitment to help keep your community safe.

Why National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month is Important

A

It saves lives

Drunk and drugged driving is one of the leading causes of deaths due to car accidents. By encouraging people not to get behind the wheel after drinking or taking drugs, we can help prevent needless tragedies from occurring.

B

It keeps our roads safe

Not only does drunk and drugged driving endangers the life of the driver, but it puts other people at risk as well. We all share the roads, so by reducing instances of impaired driving, we make them a much safer place for everyone.

C

It spreads awareness

Drunk and drugged driving prevention month helps to spread awareness about this important issue. By increasing public knowledge about the dangers associated with impaired driving, we can hopefully reduce the number of people engaging in such activities in order to keep everyone safe on our roads.

National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month Dates

Year
Date
Day
2023
Nov 30
Thursday
2024
Nov 30
Saturday
2025
Nov 30
Sunday
2026
Nov 30
Monday
2027
Nov 30
Tuesday