Bill > S2290

This bill clarifies regulations regarding the use of pulsating light systems on high-mounted stop lamps in vehicles. Specifically, the bill defines a "pulsating light system" as a stop lamp that, when a vehicle's brakes are applied, rapidly pulses up to 4 times for no more than 1.2 seconds before converting to a continuous light, with a lock-out period of at least 5 seconds before the pulsing can repeat. The bill amends Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number 108 (Standard 108) to explicitly allow these pulsating light systems on vehicles. It requires the Secretary of Transportation to issue new regulations within 180 days of the act's enactment, which will include performance-based standards for these light systems. The goal of the legislation appears to be improving rear-end collision avoidance by providing a more attention-grabbing brake light system that can help alert drivers behind a vehicle that is slowing down or stopping. By establishing clear guidelines and performance standards, the bill seeks to provide a legal framework for implementing this potentially safety-enhancing technology.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/2290/all-info