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National Amusement Park Ride Safety Act

12/16/2024, 7:26 PM

Summary of Bill HR 10205

Bill 118 hr 10205, also known as the Amusement Ride Safety Act, aims to amend the Consumer Product Safety Act to include amusement rides that are permanently fixed to a site as consumer products. This means that these rides will be subject to the same safety regulations and standards as other consumer products.

The bill seeks to ensure that amusement rides, such as roller coasters and Ferris wheels, are safe for the public to use. By treating these rides as consumer products, manufacturers will be required to adhere to strict safety guidelines and conduct regular inspections to prevent accidents and injuries.

In addition to regulating amusement rides, the bill also addresses other purposes related to consumer safety. This includes provisions for reporting safety incidents, conducting investigations, and enforcing penalties for non-compliance with safety regulations. Overall, the Amusement Ride Safety Act aims to protect consumers and ensure that amusement rides are safe for everyone to enjoy. It emphasizes the importance of safety regulations and standards in the amusement park industry to prevent accidents and injuries.

Current Status of Bill HR 10205

Bill HR 10205 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 21, 2024. Bill HR 10205 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on November 21, 2024.  Bill HR 10205's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of November 21, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 10205

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 10205

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 10205

To amend the Consumer Product Safety Act to ensure amusement rides permanently fixed to a site are treated as consumer products, and for other purposes.
To amend the Consumer Product Safety Act to ensure amusement rides permanently fixed to a site are treated as consumer products, and for other purposes.

Comments

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Matheo Norris

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1 year ago

Why do we need this? Who benefits from this?