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New Cars: Mandatory Safety Systems and Improved Lighting

This act mandates that new cars be equipped with advanced crash avoidance systems, such as automatic emergency braking and blind spot warnings, to enhance road safety for all users. Additionally, it requires improvements in vehicle lighting to ensure better visibility and reduce glare for other drivers.
Key points
All new cars sold in the U.S. will be required to have forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking systems.
Rear cross-traffic warning, lane departure warning, and blind spot warning systems will also become mandatory.
New standards for vehicle headlamps will be introduced to improve road illumination and prevent glare.
Research will be conducted on new safety technologies, such as driver monitoring systems and intelligent speed assist, with the potential for future mandatory implementation.
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Print number: 117_HR_3628
Sponsor: Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9]
Process start date: 2021-05-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

21st Century Smart Cars Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3628.

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:

  • All new cars sold in the U.S. will be required to have forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking systems.
  • Rear cross-traffic warning, lane departure warning, and blind spot warning systems will also become mandatory.
  • New standards for vehicle headlamps will be introduced to improve road illumination and prevent glare.
  • Research will be conducted on new safety technologies, such as driver monitoring systems and intelligent speed assist, with the potential for future mandatory implementation.
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. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce.

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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