Hochul signs legislation to ensure used vehicles are sold with functioning airbags

Legislation (S.1834-A/A.394-A) titled ‘Anthony Amoros' Law’ prohibits used car dealers from selling vehicles at retail without a functioning airbag

Gov. Kathy Hochul on Monday signed legislation that prohibits used car dealers from selling vehicles at retail without a functioning airbag. Her team said, “This bill is titled ‘Anthony Amoros’ Law’ after a young man from Rockland who died in a car crash in a car that, unbeknownst to him, was sold to him without airbags. Under this legislation, certificates given to vehicle buyers must certify that the vehicle is equipped with an airbag, as well as a readiness indicator light that indicates the airbag is functioning.”

Hochul said, "Every New Yorker deserves to be safe on the road and behind the wheel. It's crucial that drivers have the protection of an airbag in case tragedy strikes, which is why this new legislation is so important. I'm honored to sign this bill into law in memory of Anthony Amoros, and grateful to his family for their advocacy to honor his memory."

Hochul’s team said, “Currently, there is no requirement that a used vehicle sold by a dealer would need to have a working airbag. This leaves drivers vulnerable, as they could be operating a vehicle without one of the most critical safety devices, and potentially without even knowing. By requiring all used vehicles to contain a functioning airbag, car buyers will have assurance that their vehicle is safe to drive.”