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HR6947Referred to Committee

SAFE Exit Act of 2026

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2026-01-06
Introduced
0
Cosponsors
HR
ⓘ
Type

Sponsor

Robin L. Kelly
Robin L. Kelly
Democrat · IL · Representative
Votes with party: 98.3% (541 recorded votes)

Full profile: /officials/K000385

Source: Congress.gov · FEC

Cosponsors (0)

Members who have signed on to support this bill since introduction. Source: Congress.gov.

No cosponsors on record. Bills can pass without cosponsors — this often means the sponsor introduced the bill alone, either because it's a messaging bill, a chairman's mark, or simply early in the legislative cycle.

Latest Action

The most recent step in the bill's legislative path. Committee Activity below shows referrals and reports; the full action-by-action history including floor proceedings lives at Congress.gov →

Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.

2026-02-10

Source: Congress.gov

Plain-English Summary

The bill would establish new safety standards and requirements for emergency exits in transportation infrastructure and public buildings, making it easier for people to evacuate quickly during emergencies. It likely affects building owners, transportation operators, and safety inspectors who would need to comply with updated exit design rules. The measure aims to reduce injuries and deaths by ensuring exits are clearly marked, properly maintained, and accessible to everyone including people with disabilities.

AI-assisted summary generated from the official bill metadata (title, subjects, actions) sourced from Congress.gov. Cached and reviewed. Always verify against the official text linked below.

Subjects

Transportation and Public Works
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Open text viewRead on Congress.gov

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