H.R.7428

SECURES Act of 2026 Secure Every Child Under the Right Equipment Standards Act of 2026

Introduced·2/9/26

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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Where it stands

Current
Subcommittee on Highways and Transit Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Feb 10

House

Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.

Feb 9

House

Introduced in House

Feb 9

House

Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.