Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade Subcommittee, Energy and Commerce Committee
Introduced
In Committee
On Floor
Passed Chamber
Enacted
This legislation aims to improve vehicle safety by mandating that new motor vehicles with electronic door latch systems include a manual release mechanism. The Secretary of Transportation is directed to issue a final rule within two years of enactment, amending Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 206. The revised standard will establish performance and labeling requirements for these vehicles, specifically requiring a power-independent, intuitive manual release for each door to allow occupant egress. Additionally, it mandates provisions for emergency responder access to the occupant compartment when vehicle electrical power is lost. Manufacturers will have up to two years from the rule's issuance to comply with these new safety standards.
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Timeline
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade.
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade.
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Transportation and Public Works
Administrative law and regulatory proceduresConsumer affairsDepartment of TransportationHybrid, electric, and advanced technology vehiclesMotor vehiclesProduct safety and quality
SAFE Exit Act of 2026
USA119th CongressHR-6947| House
| Updated: 2/10/2026
This legislation aims to improve vehicle safety by mandating that new motor vehicles with electronic door latch systems include a manual release mechanism. The Secretary of Transportation is directed to issue a final rule within two years of enactment, amending Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 206. The revised standard will establish performance and labeling requirements for these vehicles, specifically requiring a power-independent, intuitive manual release for each door to allow occupant egress. Additionally, it mandates provisions for emergency responder access to the occupant compartment when vehicle electrical power is lost. Manufacturers will have up to two years from the rule's issuance to comply with these new safety standards.
Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade Subcommittee, Energy and Commerce Committee
Transportation and Public Works
Introduced
In Committee
On Floor
Passed Chamber
Enacted
Administrative law and regulatory proceduresConsumer affairsDepartment of TransportationHybrid, electric, and advanced technology vehiclesMotor vehiclesProduct safety and quality