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Stop Underrides Act: Safer Trucks and Trailers on Roads

This act aims to reduce preventable deaths and injuries from underride crashes where passenger vehicles slide under trucks and trailers. It mandates the installation of front, rear, and side underride guards on large vehicles to protect occupants during collisions. Citizens can expect safer roads due to these new truck safety standards.
Key points
Mandatory rear, side, and front underride guards for trucks and trailers weighing 10,000 pounds or more to prevent vehicles from sliding underneath.
New guards must withstand impacts from passenger vehicles at 35 mph, preventing intrusion into the passenger compartment.
Drivers will be required to inspect underride protection systems before each trip, and damaged systems must be repaired before operation.
A Committee on Underride Protection, including crash victims' families, will be established to monitor the implementation of new safety rules.
Data on truck underride crash victims will be published quarterly on a publicly accessible website.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_605
Sponsor: Sen. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY]
Process start date: 2021-03-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Stop Underrides Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_605.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory rear, side, and front underride guards for trucks and trailers weighing 10,000 pounds or more to prevent vehicles from sliding underneath.
  • New guards must withstand impacts from passenger vehicles at 35 mph, preventing intrusion into the passenger compartment.
  • Drivers will be required to inspect underride protection systems before each trip, and damaged systems must be repaired before operation.
  • A Committee on Underride Protection, including crash victims' families, will be established to monitor the implementation of new safety rules.
  • Data on truck underride crash victims will be published quarterly on a publicly accessible website.
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. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY].

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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