A bill to amend title 49, United States Code, to prohibit liability at common law for failure to manufacture or equip a motor vehicle to an extent that exceeds applicable motor vehicle safety standards, and for other purposes.
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Latest Action · August 6, 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
The Uniform Vehicle Safety Standards Act of 2026 would prevent lawsuits against car manufacturers based on common law claims if their vehicles meet federal safety standards set by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Under current law, manufacturers can be sued even when they comply with federal standards, but this bill would prohibit those lawsuits when vehicles meet the minimum federally required safety levels. The legislation aims to create uniform safety standards nationwide and reduce what the bill's sponsors view as an unreasonable burden on interstate commerce from state-level liability suits. The bill affects car manufacturers and consumers who might otherwise pursue legal claims against manufacturers, and it applies to all motor vehicles subject to federal safety regulations. No specific funding or implementation timeline is included in the bill text.
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