118th Congress · HOUSE BILLBILL

H.R. 607Booster Seat Safety Act

To direct the Secretary of Transportation to revise regulations relating to child restraint systems, and for other purposes.

Transportation and public works
Introduced Jan 27, 2023
Last action Jan 27, 2023
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SummaryCRS Summary

This bill addresses labeling requirements and testing standards for booster seats used in motor vehicles. Specifically, the bill requires labels on booster seats to include the minimum recommended age (4 years) and weight (40 pounds) for a child to use the seat. It also requires that a label on a car seat or combination car seat list the maximum weight and height limits of the seat, as well as a recommendation to continue using the seat until the child exceeds the listed limits. Additionally, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) must either establish a minimum height recommendation for booster seats or a method for manufacturers to use to determine a minimum height re...

Provisions · 2 sectionsIntroduced in House
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Jan 27, 2023
Introduced in House
Jan 27, 2023
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.