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FAIR Crash Tests Act

12/31/2022, 4:58 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4255

The FAIR Crash Tests Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 4255, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to improve the safety of vehicles on the road by requiring the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to update its crash test protocols.

Specifically, the FAIR Crash Tests Act aims to ensure that crash tests conducted by the NHTSA accurately reflect real-world crash scenarios. This includes testing for a wider range of crash types, such as side-impact and rollover crashes, as well as testing for the safety of occupants of all sizes, including children and adults of different body types.

Additionally, the bill seeks to increase transparency and accountability in the crash testing process by requiring the NHTSA to publicly disclose the results of all crash tests conducted, as well as any changes made to testing protocols. This information will be made available to the public in an easily accessible format, allowing consumers to make more informed decisions when purchasing a vehicle. Overall, the FAIR Crash Tests Act is aimed at improving the safety of vehicles on the road by ensuring that crash tests accurately reflect real-world scenarios and increasing transparency in the crash testing process. If passed, this legislation has the potential to save lives and prevent injuries by encouraging the development of safer vehicles.

Congressional Summary of HR 4255

Furthering Advanced and Inclusive Research for Crash Tests Act or the FAIR Crash Tests Act

This bill requires the Government Accountability Office to report on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's use of crash test dummies, including how the administration's practices compare to the European New Car Assessment Programme and other programs that test vehicles.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4255

Bill HR 4255 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 30, 2021. Bill HR 4255 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 30, 2021.  Bill HR 4255's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce. as of July 1, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4255

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4255

Primary Policy Focus

Transportation and Public Works

Potential Impact Areas

- Accidents
- Computers and information technology
- Congressional oversight
- Government studies and investigations
- Motor vehicles
- Technology assessment
- Transportation safety and security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4255

To direct the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct a study on the processes used by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for studying and deploying crash test dummies, and for other purposes.
FAIR Crash Tests Act
FAIR Crash Tests Act
Furthering Advanced and Inclusive Research for Crash Tests Act

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4255

Gus M. Bilirakis
Gus M. Bilirakis
FloridaRepublican
Eleanor Holmes Norton
Eleanor Holmes Norton
District of ColumbiaDemocrat
Kathy Castor
Kathy Castor
FloridaDemocrat

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