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Safety is Not For Sale Act

USA119th CongressHR-7372| House 
| Updated: 2/10/2026
Frank Pallone

Frank Pallone

Democratic Representative

New Jersey

Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade Subcommittee, Energy and Commerce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill aims to ensure that lifesaving motor vehicle safety features are offered independently of convenience and luxury features, making them more accessible and transparently priced for consumers. It prohibits any person from offering an optional safety feature for sale or lease to a first purchaser unless it is offered separately from any non-safety feature or as standard trim equipment. Furthermore, the bill requires the clear and conspicuous disclosure of the cost of the optional safety feature, separate from any non-safety feature, to enhance transparency for buyers. These provisions are set to take effect 180 days after the Act's enactment. Violations of these provisions will be treated as unfair or deceptive acts or practices under the Federal Trade Commission Act, empowering the Federal Trade Commission to enforce compliance. Additionally, State Attorneys General are authorized to bring civil actions on behalf of their residents to enjoin violations, obtain civil penalties, damages, and other relief. States must notify the Commission 60 days before initiating such actions, allowing for potential intervention, though State actions are limited if a federal action is already pending. The bill defines an optional safety feature broadly, encompassing various driver assistance systems, collision alerts, lane-keeping aids, driver impairment detection, improved illumination, enhanced visibility, and automatic crash notification systems.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-5401
Safety is Not for Sale Act of 2019
Feb 4, 2026
Introduced in House
Feb 4, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Feb 4, 2026
Referred to the Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade.
Feb 10, 2026
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Feb 10, 2026
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-5401
    Safety is Not for Sale Act of 2019


  • February 4, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • February 4, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.


  • February 4, 2026
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade.


  • February 10, 2026
    Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.


  • February 10, 2026
    Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

Transportation and Public Works

AccidentsCivil actions and liabilityConsumer affairsFraud offenses and financial crimesGovernment studies and investigationsLegal fees and court costsMotor vehiclesProduct safety and qualityRoads and highwaysState and local government operations

Safety is Not For Sale Act

USA119th CongressHR-7372| House 
| Updated: 2/10/2026
This bill aims to ensure that lifesaving motor vehicle safety features are offered independently of convenience and luxury features, making them more accessible and transparently priced for consumers. It prohibits any person from offering an optional safety feature for sale or lease to a first purchaser unless it is offered separately from any non-safety feature or as standard trim equipment. Furthermore, the bill requires the clear and conspicuous disclosure of the cost of the optional safety feature, separate from any non-safety feature, to enhance transparency for buyers. These provisions are set to take effect 180 days after the Act's enactment. Violations of these provisions will be treated as unfair or deceptive acts or practices under the Federal Trade Commission Act, empowering the Federal Trade Commission to enforce compliance. Additionally, State Attorneys General are authorized to bring civil actions on behalf of their residents to enjoin violations, obtain civil penalties, damages, and other relief. States must notify the Commission 60 days before initiating such actions, allowing for potential intervention, though State actions are limited if a federal action is already pending. The bill defines an optional safety feature broadly, encompassing various driver assistance systems, collision alerts, lane-keeping aids, driver impairment detection, improved illumination, enhanced visibility, and automatic crash notification systems.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-5401
Safety is Not for Sale Act of 2019
Feb 4, 2026
Introduced in House
Feb 4, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Feb 4, 2026
Referred to the Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade.
Feb 10, 2026
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Feb 10, 2026
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-5401
    Safety is Not for Sale Act of 2019


  • February 4, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • February 4, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.


  • February 4, 2026
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade.


  • February 10, 2026
    Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.


  • February 10, 2026
    Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Frank Pallone

Frank Pallone

Democratic Representative

New Jersey

Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade Subcommittee, Energy and Commerce Committee

Transportation and Public Works

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
AccidentsCivil actions and liabilityConsumer affairsFraud offenses and financial crimesGovernment studies and investigationsLegal fees and court costsMotor vehiclesProduct safety and qualityRoads and highwaysState and local government operations