Pending Federal Bill: Modernizing Seat Back Safety Act

The Modernizing Seat Back Safety Act is a Federal bill introduced by Senator Markey along with Mr. Blumenthal. The bill would require the Secretary of Transportation to issue a final rule revising motor vehicle seating systems safety standards to reduce the potential for injury to all motor vehicle occupants due to seat back failure during all types of vehicle impact, with compliance required within two model years.

Modernizing Seat Back Safety Act Bill

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