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UT HB0574

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

3/6/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jake Fitisemanu

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 General Session

AI Summary

  • Children under 2 years old must be restrained in rear-facing child restraint systems until reaching the manufacturer's weight or height limit
  • Children 2 years and older must use forward-facing child restraint systems with internal harnesses until reaching manufacturer limits, then transition to belt-positioning booster seats at age 4 or older
  • Children 9 years and older, or those exceeding booster seat limits, may use adult safety belts if the belt fits correctly across thighs/hips and chest
  • Children under 13 years old must be transported in the rear seat of a motor vehicle when available
  • Violations are infractions with a maximum $45 fine; the bill takes effect May 6, 2026

Legislative Description

Child Car Seat Requirements

Motor Vehicles

Last Action

House/ filed in House file for bills not passed

3/6/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules2/17/2026

Full Bill Text

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