The bill amends existing laws regarding child safety restraint systems in motor vehicles, specifically focusing on the requirements for children under the age of two. It mandates that children younger than two years old must be secured in a rear-facing child safety restraint system until they either reach the age of two or exceed the weight or height limits set by the manufacturer of the restraint system. Additionally, the bill clarifies that a child safety restraint system should not be placed in front of an active airbag.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the language concerning the age limit for child passengers, changing the reference from "his" to "that child's" ninth birthday to ensure gender neutrality. It also replaces the term "infant seat" with "child safety restraint system" to encompass a broader range of safety devices. The effective date for this legislation is set for July 1, 2023.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 31-5-1303