Why This Matters
This bill ensures that all new cars have a way to open doors manually, even if the electrical system stops working. This is important for safety, allowing people to exit quickly during emergencies.
If you buy a new car, it will have a manual door release for emergencies.
Affects: Drivers and passengers in new vehicles will benefit from this safety feature.
What changes is this bill making?
1. This bill requires new vehicles to have a manual door release. 2. The manual release must work even if the vehicle's electrical system fails. 3. The Secretary of Transportation has two years to set rules for this requirement. 4. Emergency responders must also be able to access the vehicle's interior without power.
Who is affected?
Drivers and passengers in new vehicles will benefit from this safety feature.