SMSA Spotlight
SMSA is the State Motorcycle Safety Association (SMSA), established in 1984, is a 501(c)(3)
nonprofit organization that provides leadership for state administered motorcycle safety
programs.
OUR MISSION is to assist motorcycle safety programs, through collaboration and partnerships, to
implement comprehensive, data-driven motorcycle safety programs and countermeasures to achieve a
significant reduction in motorcycle operator traffic crashes, fatalities and injuries.
OUR VISION is to be recognized as a national leader and resource for motorcycle safety programs.
GOALS
1. Expand member support services and benefits.
2. Support and encourage comprehensive motorcycle safety programs and countermeasures at the
national, state and local levels.
3. Support the NHTSA Highway Safety Program Guideline No. 3 – Motorcycle Safety as a national
priority and develop programs and resources to assist state and local programs.
4. Promote and encourage establishment of comprehensive State Motorcycle Safety Plans.
5. Establish and maintain partnerships with federal, national, state, professional and stakeholder
organizations that support comprehensive motorcycle safety programs.
6. Serve as an online clearinghouse for resources and materials that assist in developing,
implementing and evaluating comprehensive motorcycle safety programs.
7. Serve as a trusted national resource and partner for motorcycle safety issues and advocacy.
CORE VALUES
1. Respect and encourage equity, diversity and inclusion of our members and partners.
2. Collaborate with our members and partners.
3. Provide opportunities for open communication between our members and partners.
4. Operate in an ethical, professional and transparent manner.
5. Operate in a fiscally responsible manner.
6. Build trust and confidence by committing to excellence.
7. Promote evidence-based practices and approaches.
