H.R. 6947 Introduced Transportation and Public Works

SAFE Exit Act of 2026

To amend title 49, United States Code, to require each new motor vehicle to be equipped with a manual door release allowing timely exit regardless of failure of any electrical system, and for other purposes.

  1. Introduced
  2. Committee
  3. Passed House
  4. Passed Senate
  5. To President
  6. Became law
Sponsor Rep. Kelly, Robin L. [D-IL-2] Introduced January 6, 2026 Cosponsors 0 Latest action February 10, 2026

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Actions

  1. Feb 10, 2026 Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
  2. Feb 10, 2026 Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
  3. Jan 6, 2026 Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  4. Jan 6, 2026 Referred to the Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade.
  5. Jan 6, 2026 Introduced in House

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