Bill
S 2265
Overview: S 2265, Relates to requiring certain child passengers in a taxi or livery to be restrained by a child restraint system, REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION, Introduced: July 14, 2
Overview: S 2265, Relates to requiring certain child passengers in a taxi or livery to be restrained by a child restraint system, REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION, Introduced: July 14, 2025
Purpose and Intent: This bill aims to improve the safety of child passengers in taxis and livery vehicles by requiring the use of appropriate child restraint systems.
Key Provisions:
- Requires children under the age of 8 or under 4'9" tall to be properly restrained in a child safety seat or booster seat when riding in a taxi or livery vehicle
- Establishes fines and penalties for drivers who fail to ensure child passengers are properly restrained
- Directs the Department of Transportation to develop guidelines and provide resources to support compliance with the new requirements
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Parents and caregivers of young children who use taxis or livery services would be required to provide and use appropriate child restraints
- Taxi and livery drivers would be responsible for ensuring child passengers are properly restrained or face penalties
- The transportation industry may need to adapt to accommodate the new child safety requirements
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been referred to the Transportation committee for further consideration. If passed, the new child restraint requirements would likely take effect within a specified timeframe to allow for implementation and public awareness.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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