Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is a part of the Department of Transportation and maintains field offices throughout the United States. The organization is responsible for ensuring safety on roads and highways. Federal Highway Administration provides financial and technical support to local, tribal and state governments for constructing, improving and preserving the U.S highway system. Its Federal Lands Highway (FLH) Program offers funding for public roads and highways within tribal and federally owned land areas. The organization also operates a safety program that addresses the problem of road fatalities through the use of advanced technology, as well as road safety research and outreach projects. Federal Highway Administration additionally provides a variety of planning, environmental and real estate services.