To require the seller of a used motor vehicle sold through an auction, dealership, individual sale, or other resale channel to maintain a functional airbag system for the vehicle or clearly disclose when any airbag system is missing or disabled, and for other purposes.
Latest action (6 Oct 2026): Introduced
What this bill does
This bill, H.R. 10762, titled "To require the seller of a used motor vehicle sold through an auction, dealership, individual sale, or other resale channel to maintain a functional airbag system for the vehicle or clearly disclose when any airbag system is missing or disabled, and for other purposes," has been introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative Michael Lawler of New York. The bill aims to ensure that buyers of used cars are aware of the status of their airbag systems.
Specifically, the legislation would require any person or entity selling a used motor vehicle to either ensure that its airbag system is working properly or to inform the buyer explicitly if an airbag system is absent or has been intentionally deactivated. This requirement would apply regardless of how the vehicle is sold, whether through a dealership, an auction, or a direct sale between individuals.
The bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process, having just been introduced. It has not yet been assigned to a committee or undergone any hearings or votes. For the bill to become law, it would need to pass both the House of Representatives and the Senate, and then be signed by the President. The full text of the bill's provisions is not yet publicly available.
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Official summary
This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on October 6, 2026. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 10762 do?
- This bill, H.R. 10762, titled "To require the seller of a used motor vehicle sold through an auction, dealership, individual sale, or other resale channel to maintain a functional airbag system for the vehicle or clearly disclose when any airbag system is missing or disabled, and for other purposes," has been introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative Michael Lawler of New York. The bill aims to ensure that buyers of used cars are aware of the status of their airbag systems. Specifically, the legislation would require any person or entity selling a used motor vehicle to either ensure that its airbag system is working properly or to inform the buyer explicitly if an airbag system is absent or has been intentionally deactivated. This requirement would apply regardless of how the vehicle is sold, whether through a dealership, an auction, or a direct sale between individuals. The bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process, having just been introduced. It has not yet been assigned to a committee or undergone any hearings or votes. For the bill to become law, it would need to pass both the House of Representatives and the Senate, and then be signed by the President. The full text of the bill's provisions is not yet publicly available.
- Has H.R. 10762 become law?
- Not yet. As of 6 Oct 2026, H.R. 10762 is introduced.
- Who sponsored H.R. 10762?
- H.R. 10762 was sponsored by Rep. Michael Lawler [R-NY17] (Republican-NY), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 10762?
- Introduced (6 Oct 2026).
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