NHTSAProposed Rule
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards: No. 217; Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release
TransportationHealthcare
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Summary
This proposed safety rule requires buses to have better emergency exits and windows that are easier to escape through in emergencies. The rule aims to make it faster and safer for passengers, especially children, to leave a bus quickly during accidents or other dangerous situations.
Key Points
- 1Buses must have emergency exits and windows that work reliably and can be opened quickly by passengers in danger
- 2The rule focuses on making sure windows can be pushed out or broken easily if needed as an escape route
- 3Bus manufacturers and operators will need to follow stricter testing and design standards for emergency exits
- 4School buses and public transit buses are the main types of vehicles affected by this safety requirement
- 5The public can submit comments on this proposed rule until July 31, 2025, before it becomes final
Key Dates
Published
May 30, 2025
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