SCOPE Act

Hozzl · 2023-01-11T13:49:25Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 1551 SCOPE Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Transportation and Public Works. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/11/2023, 1:49 PM

Congressional Summary of S 1551

Stop CO Poisoning Exposures Act or the SCOPE Act

This bill directs the Department of Transportation to require that automobile manufacturers install technology in each motor vehicle equipped 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 specified period of time to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.

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Current Status of Bill S 1551

Bill S 1551 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 11, 2021. Bill S 1551 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on May 11, 2021. Bill S 1551's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of May 11, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1551

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1551

Primary Policy Focus

Transportation and Public Works

Potential Impact Areas

- Administrative law and regulatory procedures

- Department of Transportation

- Motor vehicles

- Transportation safety and security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1551

SCOPE Act

A bill to require the Secretary of Transportation to finalize a rule to protect consumers from the risks of carbon monoxide poisoning from keyless ignition motor vehicles, and for other purposes.

SCOPE Act

Stop CO Poisoning Exposures Act