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Safe Roads: Mandatory Automatic Emergency Braking for Trucks

This act aims to enhance road safety by mandating the installation and use of automatic emergency braking systems in new commercial trucks. These systems will alert drivers to obstacles and automatically apply brakes, potentially reducing accidents and improving safety for all road users.
Key points
New commercial trucks must be equipped with automatic emergency braking systems.
These systems must be active and used whenever the truck is in operation.
The Department of Transportation will study expanding these systems to other commercial vehicles.
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Print number: 117_HR_3591
Sponsor: Rep. Johnson, Henry C. "Hank," Jr. [D-GA-4]
Process start date: 2021-05-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Safe Roads Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3591.

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 2021-05-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New commercial trucks must be equipped with automatic emergency braking systems.
  • These systems must be active and used whenever the truck is in operation.
  • The Department of Transportation will study expanding these systems to other commercial vehicles.
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. Johnson, Henry C. "Hank," Jr. [D-GA-4].

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 2025-12-28.

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Transport Security