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New Car Seat Safety Standards: Protecting Passengers

This act aims to improve car seat safety to reduce injuries and deaths in crashes. It requires transportation authorities to update outdated standards, protecting all occupants, especially children in rear seats. This will make car travel safer for everyone.
Key points
Requires the Secretary of Transportation to issue new, improved motor vehicle seat back safety standards.
Aims to reduce preventable deaths and injuries caused by seat failures during crashes.
New regulations are designed to protect all vehicle occupants, with a special focus on children in rear seats.
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Print number: 117_HR_4025
Sponsor: Rep. Rice, Kathleen M. [D-NY-4]
Process start date: 2021-06-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Modernizing Seat Back Safety Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4025.

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 2021-06-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires the Secretary of Transportation to issue new, improved motor vehicle seat back safety standards.
  • Aims to reduce preventable deaths and injuries caused by seat failures during crashes.
  • New regulations are designed to protect all vehicle occupants, with a special focus on children in rear seats.
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. Rice, Kathleen M. [D-NY-4].

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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