Senate Committee Reviews Stop Underrides Act 2.0 to Shield Cars, Cyclists From Deadly Truck Crashes
Small trucking companies and owner-operators would face new costs to equip new trailers, semitrailers, and single unit trucks with side underride guards. While the requirement only applies to newly manufactured vehicles, it would raise the purchase price of new equipment, adding financial pressure to small fleet operators who already face tight margins in the freight industry.
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Democratic lawmakers introduced the Stop Underrides Act 2.0 to require side underride guards on all new trailers and semi-trailers. The bill aims to finalize NHTSA rulemaking and restart the Advisory Committee on Underride Protection, while industry groups cite cost and weight concerns.
The Stop Underrides Act 2.0 (S. 3775 and H.R. 7354) would direct NHTSA to require side underride guards on new commercial trucks capable of preventing intrusion at impact speeds up to 40 mph. The bill is supported by the Teamsters and various highway safety advocacy groups.
New U.S. legislation aims to bring road safety closer to international benchmarks by requiring 40 mph-rated side underride guards. While advocates highlight the potential to save hundreds of lives, industry groups raise concerns over implementation costs for small and mid-sized fleets.
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
Stop Underrides Act 2.0
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