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Enhanced Transparency for Vehicle Safety Data and Incidents

New regulations increase the amount and accessibility of information on vehicle incidents and defects that manufacturers must report. This will give citizens easier access to vehicle safety data, helping them make informed purchasing decisions and improving road safety.
Key points
Vehicle manufacturers, including those of autonomous vehicles, must report more details on incidents involving serious injuries or fatalities, including police reports and assessments of incident causes.
Most reported vehicle safety information will be publicly available in an easily searchable database, making it simpler for consumers to check defect histories.
Public vehicle safety databases will be improved for better functionality and ease of use, with enhanced search and download capabilities.
Information on vehicle safety inspections and investigations will be promptly made public online.
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Print number: 117_S_1407
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Process start date: 2021-04-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Early Warning Reporting System Improvement Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1407.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Vehicle manufacturers, including those of autonomous vehicles, must report more details on incidents involving serious injuries or fatalities, including police reports and assessments of incident causes.
  • Most reported vehicle safety information will be publicly available in an easily searchable database, making it simpler for consumers to check defect histories.
  • Public vehicle safety databases will be improved for better functionality and ease of use, with enhanced search and download capabilities.
  • Information on vehicle safety inspections and investigations will be promptly made public online.
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 Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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