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She DRIVES Act
8/8/2025, 7:41 PM
Summary of Bill S 161
Bill 119 s 161, also known as the "New Car Assessment Program Testing Procedures Act," is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to improve the testing procedures used in the New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The bill specifically requires the Secretary of Transportation to issue rules related to the testing procedures used in the NCAP.
The NCAP is a program that provides consumers with information about the safety performance of new vehicles. By updating and improving the testing procedures used in the NCAP, this bill seeks to ensure that consumers have access to accurate and reliable safety information when purchasing a new car.
In addition to addressing testing procedures, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to vehicle safety. These provisions are aimed at enhancing overall safety standards and promoting transparency in the automotive industry. Overall, Bill 119 s 161 is focused on improving the safety of new vehicles through updated testing procedures and other related measures. If passed, this legislation has the potential to positively impact consumer safety and awareness when it comes to purchasing a new car.
The NCAP is a program that provides consumers with information about the safety performance of new vehicles. By updating and improving the testing procedures used in the NCAP, this bill seeks to ensure that consumers have access to accurate and reliable safety information when purchasing a new car.
In addition to addressing testing procedures, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to vehicle safety. These provisions are aimed at enhancing overall safety standards and promoting transparency in the automotive industry. Overall, Bill 119 s 161 is focused on improving the safety of new vehicles through updated testing procedures and other related measures. If passed, this legislation has the potential to positively impact consumer safety and awareness when it comes to purchasing a new car.
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Current Status of Bill S 161
Bill S 161 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 21, 2025. Bill S 161 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on January 21, 2025. Bill S 161's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 141. as of July 31, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 161
Total Number of Sponsors
9Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
9Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
23Democrat Cosponsors
13Republican Cosponsors
10Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 161
Primary Policy Focus
Transportation and Public WorksAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 161
A bill to require the Secretary of Transportation to issue rules relating to the testing procedures used under the New Car Assessment Program of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and for other purposes.
A bill to require the Secretary of Transportation to issue rules relating to the testing procedures used under the New Car Assessment Program of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 161
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