The SECURES Act of 2026 mandates the Department of Transportation to propose new federal standards for school bus seat belts.
The SECURES Act of 2026 requires the Secretary of Transportation to publish a notice of proposed rulemaking on new federal standards for school bus seat belts. This includes considering the safety benefits of lap/shoulder belts, innovative approaches to seat belt systems, and the National Transportation Safety Board's findings on seat belt effectiveness. The act aims to enhance school bus passenger safety by mandating seat belts on all new school buses.
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