This bill would change how NHTSA plans car safety rules and rates new vehicles. It would also expand some safety-rule exemptions and require new studies on recalls, vehicle costs, automation, vehicle identification numbers, and battery-fire response.
Modern Action explains what the legislation does, helps you choose whether to support, oppose, or ask for changes, and drafts a message tied to the bill, your stance, and the elected officials who can act on it.
Motor Vehicle Modernization Act of 2026 is a House bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 48 - 1.
Latest action on H.R. 7389: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 48 - 1.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects car buyers, drivers, vehicle makers, safety groups, and NHTSA. Buyers could see changes in safety ratings and recall notices. Vehicle makers could get clearer planning timelines and broader paths to request exemptions for new designs or technology. First responders, disability advocates, insurers, states, and crash-victim advocates would also have roles in studies or advisory groups.
Why this matters: Vehicle safety rules can lag behind fast-changing car technology. This bill tries to make NHTSA plan faster, explain more, and review old rules on a set schedule. It could help consumers understand safety tech better, but it could also put pressure on NHTSA to approve exemption requests quickly.
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Officially: Motor Vehicle Modernization Act of 2026
This bill would change how NHTSA plans car safety rules and rates new vehicles. It would also expand some safety-rule exemptions and require new studies on recalls, vehicle costs, automation, vehicle identification numbers, and battery-fire response.
Use this page to support, oppose, or ask Congress to amend HR7389. Modern Action explains what the bill does, helps identify the right senators or representative, and drafts a bill-specific message you can edit and send.
Where it stands
Sitting in Commerce
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Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in House
House Committee
Under House committee consideration
Latest: Referred to the Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade. (2/5/2026)
House Floor Vote
Voted on by House
Passed House
Approved by House
Senate Review
Sent to Senate for consideration
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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This page gives you an opportunity to support, oppose, or ask for changes to Motor Vehicle Modernization Act of 2026, then contact the elected officials who can act. Modern Action drafts the message from your position and the reasons you select.
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