arrow_back Back to App

Enhanced Car Safety: New Crash Tests for All Occupants

This act aims to improve car safety by introducing new, more comprehensive crash tests. This means car manufacturers will need to design vehicles that better protect both men and women, potentially leading to fewer injuries in accidents for all occupants.
Key points
Introduction of new male and female crash test dummies for front and side impact tests to better reflect the safety of various occupant types.
Establishment of new injury criteria for the head, neck, chest, and other body parts, based on real-world accidents, to increase test effectiveness.
Requirement to test female occupant safety in all designated front seating positions, ensuring a more comprehensive assessment of passenger protection.
Mandate for regular reporting and updating of car safety testing methods, including analysis of solutions used in other countries.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Placed on Calendar
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_161
Sponsor: Sen. Fischer, Deb [R-NE]
Process start date: 2025-01-21