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Child Car Safety: New Rules for Car Seats and Booster Seats

This act introduces new regulations for child car seats and booster seats to enhance child safety. It revises product labeling requirements, providing clear information on minimum age, weight, and height for children. Additionally, the act mandates side-impact crash testing for all child restraint systems.
Key points
New Labels on Car Seats and Booster Seats: Products will feature clear information on the minimum age (not less than 4 years old) and weight (not less than 40 pounds for harnessed seats, 40 pounds for booster seats) and minimum height for which the product is intended.
Important Warnings: Harnessed car seats will include a label advising parents to use the harness as long as possible before transitioning to a booster seat. Booster seats will recommend use only when the child reaches the height or weight limit of a harnessed car seat.
Side-Impact Crash Testing: Mandatory side-impact crash testing will be introduced for all car seats and booster seats, aiming to improve their safety in side collisions.
Tether System Study: A study will be conducted on tether systems to enhance child safety.
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Print number: 118_HR_607
Sponsor: Rep. Krishnamoorthi, Raja [D-IL-8]
Process start date: 2023-01-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Booster Seat Safety Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_607.

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 2023-01-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New Labels on Car Seats and Booster Seats: Products will feature clear information on the minimum age (not less than 4 years old) and weight (not less than 40 pounds for harnessed seats, 40 pounds for booster seats) and minimum height for which the product is intended.
  • Important Warnings: Harnessed car seats will include a label advising parents to use the harness as long as possible before transitioning to a booster seat. Booster seats will recommend use only when the child reaches the height or weight limit of a harnessed car seat.
  • Side-Impact Crash Testing: Mandatory side-impact crash testing will be introduced for all car seats and booster seats, aiming to improve their safety in side collisions.
  • Tether System Study: A study will be conducted on tether systems to enhance child safety.
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. Krishnamoorthi, Raja [D-IL-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

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

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