How do people in your town get from place to place? Whether it is by car, bus or subway, the government helps you get there.
Both the federal and state governments help pay for highways, while your local government pays for the roads in your city. After a big storm, your local government is responsible for cleaning up the roads, removing snow and making repairs so that the roads remain safe.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has the job of making sure speed limit signs are put up on the highway and that the police enforce the speed limits. They also make sure that cars have seat belts and airbags to keep you safe.
Some local governments build subway and bus systems to help people get around in cities.
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