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New Brake Lights: Pulsating Systems for Enhanced Road Safety.

This act aims to enhance road safety by allowing the use of pulsating stop lamps on vehicles. This could give following drivers more time to react, potentially reducing rear-end collisions. It means potentially safer journeys for all road users.
Key points
Pulsating Stop Lights Allowed: New rules permit the installation of stop lamps that pulse up to 4 times for 1.2 seconds before becoming a continuous light.
Increased Safety: The goal is to improve the visibility of braking vehicles, which may help prevent rear-end collisions.
New Standards: The Secretary of Transportation has 180 days to develop detailed performance requirements for these systems.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_5455
Sponsor: Rep. Webster, Daniel [R-FL-11]
Process start date: 2023-09-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Collision Avoidance Systems Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5455.

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 2023-09-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Pulsating Stop Lights Allowed: New rules permit the installation of stop lamps that pulse up to 4 times for 1.2 seconds before becoming a continuous light.
  • Increased Safety: The goal is to improve the visibility of braking vehicles, which may help prevent rear-end collisions.
  • New Standards: The Secretary of Transportation has 180 days to develop detailed performance requirements for these systems.
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. Webster, Daniel [R-FL-11].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Innovation, Data, and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Transport Security