PARK IT Act

Protecting Americans from the Risks of Keyless Ignition Technology Act or the PARK IT Act

This bill directs the Department of Transportation (DOT) to finalize regulations relating to automatic shutoff systems for motor vehicles and standards to prevent the movement of vehicles in specific situations.

Specifically, DOT must require manufacturers to install technology in each motor vehicle with a keyless ignition device and an internal combustion engine to automatically shut off the motor vehicle after the motor vehicle has idled for a period necessary to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. It must also require the technology in each motor vehicle with a keyless ignition device and automatic transmission to prevent movement (i.e., rollaway) of the motor vehicle if (1) the transmission of the motor vehicle is not in the park setting, (2) the motor vehicle does not exceed the speed determined by DOT, (3) the door for the operator of the motor vehicle is open, (4) the seat belt of the operator of the motor vehicle is unbuckled, and (5) the service brake of the motor vehicle is not engaged.

The PARK IT Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 3629, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address the issue of parking availability for individuals with disabilities.

The PARK IT Act aims to improve access to parking spaces for people with disabilities by increasing the fines for illegally parking in designated accessible parking spots. The bill also seeks to increase the number of accessible parking spaces in public parking facilities, such as airports, shopping centers, and government buildings.

Additionally, the PARK IT Act includes provisions for the Department of Justice to conduct a study on the effectiveness of current accessible parking laws and regulations. This study will help identify areas where improvements can be made to better accommodate individuals with disabilities. Overall, the PARK IT Act is a bipartisan effort to ensure that individuals with disabilities have equal access to parking spaces and to address the issue of illegal parking in designated accessible spots. If passed, this legislation has the potential to improve the quality of life for many individuals with disabilities across the country.