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Stop Underrides Act: Enhancing Road Safety with New Truck Guards

This act aims to reduce deaths and injuries from crashes where passenger vehicles slide under trucks. It mandates the installation of front, rear, and side underride guards on large vehicles. This will make roads safer and significantly lower the risk of severe injuries in such accidents.
Key points
Mandatory rear, side, and front underride guards for trucks and trailers over 10,000 pounds to prevent vehicles from sliding underneath.
New crash test standards for guards, including tests at 35 mph, to ensure their effectiveness.
Requirements for regular inspections and repairs of underride protection systems, both after accidents and before each trip, enhancing road safety.
Establishment of a committee, including crash victims' families, to oversee the implementation of new safety regulations and standards.
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Print number: 117_HR_1622
Sponsor: Rep. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9]
Process start date: 2021-03-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Stop Underrides Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1622.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory rear, side, and front underride guards for trucks and trailers over 10,000 pounds to prevent vehicles from sliding underneath.
  • New crash test standards for guards, including tests at 35 mph, to ensure their effectiveness.
  • Requirements for regular inspections and repairs of underride protection systems, both after accidents and before each trip, enhancing road safety.
  • Establishment of a committee, including crash victims' families, to oversee the implementation of new safety regulations and standards.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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