HR6947119th CongressWALLET

SAFE Exit Act of 2026

Sponsored By: Representative Rep. Kelly, Robin L. [D-IL-2]

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Summary

Makes every new motor vehicle include a power‑independent manual door release and a way for responders to access the cabin when electrical power is lost. This bill would require manufacturers to add an intuitive, easy-to-find mechanical release for each door and direct the Secretary of Transportation to set performance and labeling rules for electronic door latch systems.

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.

Manual door releases on new vehicles

If enacted, the bill would require a federal safety rule for motor vehicles with electronic door latches. The rule would require a manual, power-independent release for each door. The release would be easy to find and intuitive to use. The rule would also require ways for emergency responders to access the occupant area if vehicle electrical power is lost. The Transportation Secretary would have to issue the final rule within 2 years of enactment. Manufacturers would have up to 2 years after that rule is issued to comply.

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Sponsors & CoSponsors

Sponsor

Rep. Kelly, Robin L. [D-IL-2]

IL • D

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

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