SB 1427: An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in other required equipment, further providing for restraint systems.
SB 1427 status: Referred — Referred to Transportation (updated Aug 10, 2026).
What this bill does
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Bill summary
OfficialThis bill proposes updates to Pennsylvania’s rules for seatbelts and child car seats. It is currently being discussed by the State Senate.
Key analysis
Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- No direct impact on environment
Risks
- No direct impact on environment
Economy
Benefits
- Potential long-term reduction in public health care costs related to injuries
Risks
- Possible compliance costs for families purchasing new safety equipment
Society
Benefits
- Promotes public safety and injury reduction
- Modernizes standards to align with current safety research
Risks
- Risk of increased traffic enforcement interactions
- Potential for penalties for non-compliance
How trustworthy & consequential it is
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OpenStates
Confidence
lowlow
Analysis status
OpenStates summary
Proposed changes may impose significant out-of-pocket costs on families if new equipment is mandated
Analysis is based on a high-level abstract without access to the full legislative text
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CurrentReferred to Transportation
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