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Safe Seats for All Act

3/12/2024, 6:45 AM

Summary of Bill S 1866

Bill 118 s 1866, also known as the Safe Seats for All Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to ensure that all individuals have access to safe and secure seating in public venues, such as stadiums, arenas, and theaters.

The Safe Seats for All Act would require all public venues with seating capacity to meet certain safety standards, including ensuring that seats are securely fastened to the floor or structure, providing adequate space for individuals to safely enter and exit their seats, and implementing measures to prevent overcrowding and ensure emergency exits are easily accessible.

Additionally, the bill would mandate regular inspections and maintenance of seating structures to ensure they remain safe and in compliance with the law. Violations of the safety standards outlined in the Safe Seats for All Act could result in fines and penalties for venue owners and operators. Overall, the Safe Seats for All Act aims to protect the safety and well-being of individuals attending public events by ensuring that seating in venues is secure and up to code. This legislation is an important step towards creating a safer environment for all Americans to enjoy public entertainment and events.

Congressional Summary of S 1866

Safe Seats for All Act

This bill directs the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to establish minimum dimensions for seats on passenger aircraft (including dimensions for the size, width, length, and pitch of seats) to ensure the safety and health of passengers.

Further, the bill prohibits air carriers and foreign air carriers from reducing the seat size, width, length, or pitch for passenger aircraft. (This includes the dimensions of seat shoulder width, elbow width, the edge of the seat base to the back of the seat in front, the edge of the seat base to the headrest of the seat in front, and foot clearance.) This moratorium remains in place until the effective date of FAA regulations establishing minimum seat dimensions.

Current Status of Bill S 1866

Bill S 1866 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 7, 2023. Bill S 1866 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 7, 2023.  Bill S 1866's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of June 7, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1866

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1866

Primary Policy Focus

Transportation and Public Works

Potential Impact Areas

- Aviation and airports
- Transportation safety and security
- Travel and tourism

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1866

Safe Seats for All Act
Safe Seats for All Act
A bill to establish minimum dimensions for seats on passenger aircraft, and for other purposes.

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