A Democratic bill with no cosponsors
Last activity — Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the Securing Accessible Funtional Emergency Exit Act of 2026'' or the SAFE Exit Act of 2026'', aims to amend title 49 of the United States Code. It requires new motor vehicles to include a manual door release to ensure people can exit the vehicle even if electrical systems fail. The Secretary of Transportation is tasked with issuing a final rule to amend Standard 206 regarding performance and labeling requirements for electronic door latch systems. These requirements include a power-independent manual release for each door and methods for emergency responders to access the compartment.
Yes· 3 of 8
- Scored +6
Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?
The bill requires a safety feature that allows occupants to exit a vehicle even if electrical systems fail.
- Scored +4
Would children be better off under this?
The manual release provides a safety mechanism to help children exit vehicles during electrical failures.
- Scored +4
Would people over 65 be better off under this?
Intuitive manual releases ensure that seniors can exit a vehicle even if electronic door systems fail.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Ensures occupant exit during electrical failure: The bill requires a power independent, easy-to-find manual release for each door providing occupant egress, which allows for a timely exit regardless of electrical system failure (Section 2(a)).
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Assists emergency responders: The bill mandates means for emergency responder access to the occupant compartment in instances where vehicle electrical power is lost (Section 2(a)).
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Improves ease of use: The required manual release must be intuitive to use and readily accessible for the occupant (Section 2(a)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly stated in the text provided.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would children be better off under this? — The manual release provides a safety mechanism to help children exit vehicles during electrical failures. Would people with disabilities be better off under this? — The requirement for intuitive and easy-to-find manual releases enhances safety for those with physical limitations. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — Intuitive manual releases ensure that seniors can exit a vehicle even if electronic door systems fail. Would high-income households be better off under this? — The safety mandate applies to all new motor vehicles regardless of economic status. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The safety mandate applies to all new motor vehicles regardless of economic status. Would middle-income households be better off under this? — The safety mandate applies to all new motor vehicles regardless of economic status.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices? — The bill requires a safety feature that allows occupants to exit a vehicle even if electrical systems fail.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this expand the rights of people with disabilities? — The requirement for intuitive and accessible manual releases may benefit individuals with varying physical capabilities during emergencies.
- 2/10/2026
- Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
- 1/6/2026
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade.
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- Introduced in House