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DOT/NHTSA

RIN: 2127-AK25

Publication ID: Fall 2008

Title: Rescind 2012 Sunset on Seat Belt Lockability in FMVSS No. 208
Abstract: This rulemaking would rescind the September 1, 2012, sunset date for the lockability requirements of FMVSS No. 208, Occupant Crash Protection, for seating positions that provide Lower Anchorage and Tethers for Children (LATCH). Upon review of the present misuse and non-use of LATCH and the influx of high-weight harness child restraint systems, NHTSA believes there is a continued need for lockable lap belts in order to ensure the safety of children, particularly those with special needs. NHTSA does not expect this rulemaking to provide added safety benefits or impose costs to the vehicle manufacturers beyond that which vehicles currently provide today. Vehicle manufacturers currently provide lockable lap belts in LATCH-equipped designated seating positions.
Agency: Department of Transportation(DOT)	Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
RIN Status: Previously published in the Unified Agenda	Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Stage
Major: No	Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.208
Legal Authority: 49 USC 30111 49 USC 30115 49 USC 30117 49 USC 30166 49 USC 322 Delegation of Authority at 49 CFR 1.50

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action	Date	FR Cite
NPRM	09/12/2008	73 FR 52939
NPRM Comment Period End	11/12/2008
Final Rule	11/00/2009

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No	Government Levels Affected: None
Small Entities Affected: No	Federalism: No
Included in the Regulatory Plan: No
International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of international interest.
RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov	Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov
RIN Data Printed in the FR: No
Agency Contact: Carla Rush Safety Standards Engineer Department of Transportation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590 Phone:202 366-4583 Email: carla.rush@dot.gov