Awning Safety Act of 2023

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Explore the details of House Bill 6132 Awning Safety Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Commerce. Stay informed on legislative developments.

6/11/2024, 4:06 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 6132

Awning Safety Act of 2023

This bill requires the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) to issue a consumer product safety standard for fixed and freestanding retractable awnings. Specifically, the CPSC must issue a standard to protect against the risk of death or serious injury associated with the awnings, including the risk of death or serious injury related to the awning unexpectedly opening and striking a person while removing the bungee tie-downs for the cover of the awning.

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Current Status of Bill HR 6132

Bill HR 6132 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 1, 2023. Bill HR 6132 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on November 1, 2023. Bill HR 6132's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of May 15, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6132

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6132

Primary Policy Focus

Commerce

Potential Impact Areas

Building constructionConsumer affairsProduct safety and quality

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6132

Awning Safety Act of 2023Awning Safety Act of 2023Awning Safety Act of 2023Awning Safety Act of 2023To require the Consumer Product Safety Commission to promulgate a mandatory consumer product safety standard with respect to retractable awnings.

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