Iowa HF2179 mandates safety belt or harness use for all passengers in motor vehicles, with specific exceptions and penalties.

Iowa HF2179 amends existing law to require all passengers in motor vehicles, except motorcycles and motorized bicycles, to wear safety belts or safety harnesses. The bill applies this requirement to all passengers 18 years of age or older, and to children under 18 who are not exempt. Exemptions include children under 14 who cannot fasten a seatbelt due to a disability, and front seat occupants of vehicles used by persons with disabilities who use collapsible wheelchairs.

Iowa HF2179 mandates safety belt or harness use for all passengers in motor vehicles, with specific exceptions and penalties.

Iowa HF2179 amends existing law to require all passengers in motor vehicles, except motorcycles and motorized bicycles, to wear safety belts or safety harnesses. The bill applies this requirement to all passengers 18 years of age or older, and to children under 18 who are not exempt. Exemptions include children under 14 who cannot fasten a seatbelt due to a disability, and front seat occupants of vehicles used by persons with disabilities who use collapsible wheelchairs.