Bill · H.R. 6947· House(119-HR-6947)
SAFE Exit Act of 2026
- Introduced
- 1/6/2026
- Last activity
- 2/10/2026 — Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
- Sponsored by
- Robin Kelly
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the Securing Accessible Funtional Emergency Exit Act of 2026'' or the SAFE Exit Act of 2026'', aims to amend title 49 of the United States Code. It requires new motor vehicles to include a manual door release to ensure people can exit the vehicle even if electrical systems fail. The Secretary of Transportation is tasked with issuing a final rule to amend Standard 206 regarding performance and labeling requirements for electronic door latch systems. These requirements include a power-independent manual release for each door and methods for emergency responders to access the compartment.
Yes· 3 of 8
Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?+6
The bill requires a safety feature that allows occupants to exit a vehicle even if electrical systems fail.
Would children be better off under this?+4
The manual release provides a safety mechanism to help children exit vehicles during electrical failures.
Would people over 65 be better off under this?+4
Intuitive manual releases ensure that seniors can exit a vehicle even if electronic door systems fail.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Ensures occupant exit during electrical failure: The bill requires a power independent, easy-to-find manual release for each door providing occupant egress, which allows for a timely exit regardless of electrical system failure (Section 2(a)).
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Assists emergency responders: The bill mandates means for emergency responder access to the occupant compartment in instances where vehicle electrical power is lost (Section 2(a)).
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Improves ease of use: The required manual release must be intuitive to use and readily accessible for the occupant (Section 2(a)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly stated in the text provided.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Children+4Good For People With Disabilities+4Good For Seniors+4Good For High Income Households+2Good For Low Income Households+2Good For Middle Class Households+2
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Consumer Protection+6
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Disability Rights+3
- 2/10/2026
- Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
- 1/6/2026
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade.
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- Introduced in House