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Enhanced Car Seat Safety: New Standards for Passenger Protection.

This act aims to improve car seat safety to reduce injuries and fatalities in accidents. It requires the government to implement new, better standards for seat construction, which will protect all passengers, especially children in rear seats. This will make car travel safer for everyone.
Key points
Requires new, stricter safety standards for car seats to be implemented within two years.
Aims to reduce the risk of injury and death caused by seat failure during accidents.
New standards are intended to protect all vehicle occupants, with a focus on children.
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Print number: 117_S_1413
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Process start date: 2021-04-28
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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_S_1413.

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:

  • Requires new, stricter safety standards for car seats to be implemented within two years.
  • Aims to reduce the risk of injury and death caused by seat failure during accidents.
  • New standards are intended to protect all vehicle occupants, with a focus on children.
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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