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US S2606

US S2606
SAFE Limos Act Safety, Accountability, and Federal Enforcement of Limos Act of 2019


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Introduced
10/16/2019
In Committee
10/16/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

116th Congress

Bill Summary

A bill to establish safety standards for certain limousines, and for other purposes. This bill establishes safety standards for stretch limousines. Among other requirements, the bill requires safety belts to be installed in stretch limousines with a gross vehicle weight rating greater than 8,500 pounds at each designated seating position, including on side-facing seats; the Department of Transportation (DOT) to develop and issue guidelines, best practices, and recommendations to assist stretch limousine alterers develop and administer a vehicle modifier plan; DOT to complete research into side impact protection, roof crush resistance, and air bag systems for the protection of occupants in stretch limousines given alternative seating positions or interior configurations, including perimeter seating arrangements; stretch limousine operators to disclose (1) the date of the most recent inspection of the limousine required under state or federal law, (2) the results of the inspection, and (3) any corrective actions taken to ensure the limousine passes inspection; and the use of event data recorders in stretch limousines.

AI Summary

This bill, the SAFE Limos Act of 2019, establishes safety standards for stretch limousines. It requires safety belts to be installed in stretch limousines over 8,500 pounds, sets standards for seating systems, and directs the Department of Transportation (DOT) to develop guidelines and recommendations to assist stretch limousine alterers in ensuring compliance with federal safety standards. The bill also requires DOT research into side impact protection, roof crush resistance, and airbag systems for stretch limousines, and mandates the use of event data recorders in stretch limousines. Additionally, the bill requires stretch limousine operators to disclose information about the most recent inspection, inspection results, and any corrective actions taken.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text: CR S5847-5849) (on 10/16/2019)

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