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Introduced
05/28/2021
05/28/2021
In Committee
05/31/2021
05/31/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023
01/03/2023
Introduced Session
117th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To amend subchapter II of chapter 301 of title 49, United States Code, to require crash avoidance technologies, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, the 21st Century Smart Cars Act, aims to amend subchapter II of chapter 301 of title 49, United States Code, to require crash avoidance technologies in all new passenger vehicles sold in the United States. The key provisions include: 1) Requiring the Secretary of Transportation to issue rules within 2 years establishing minimum performance standards for crash avoidance systems such as forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and blind spot detection; 2) Requiring all new passenger vehicles to be equipped with these crash avoidance systems; 3) Requiring the Secretary to conduct research and issue rules within 4 years on advanced crash avoidance systems like driver monitoring, lane keeping assistance, and automatic collision notification; and 4) Directing the Secretary to improve headlamp regulations to enhance visibility and prevent glare.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce. (on 05/31/2021)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/3628/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr3628/BILLS-117hr3628ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr3628/BILLS-117hr3628ih.pdf.pdf |
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