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Enhanced Vehicle Safety: Recall Notifications and Repair Reporting.

New regulations aim to improve road safety by better informing drivers about vehicle defects. This will allow citizens to repair their cars more quickly, reducing accident risks. The act also introduces public reports on the effectiveness of manufacturers' recall campaigns.
Key points
States can receive financial aid to inform vehicle owners about open recalls during vehicle registration or renewal.
Car manufacturers will be required to report more frequently and in detail on the progress of addressing vehicle defects.
A public "scorecard" will be created, showing how effectively manufacturers remedy defective vehicles, allowing citizens to assess their accountability.
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Print number: 117_S_1416
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Process start date: 2021-04-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

PARTS Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1416.

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:

  • States can receive financial aid to inform vehicle owners about open recalls during vehicle registration or renewal.
  • Car manufacturers will be required to report more frequently and in detail on the progress of addressing vehicle defects.
  • A public "scorecard" will be created, showing how effectively manufacturers remedy defective vehicles, allowing citizens to assess their accountability.
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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