An Act to enhance child passenger safety

This bill amends Massachusetts law to require children under the age of 8 to be secured in a child passenger restraint unless they are taller than 57 inches. It specifically mandates that infants and toddlers under two years old or weighing less than 30 pounds must ride in a rear-facing car seat, while older children must use forward-facing seats with harnesses. The law also specifies that all restraints must meet federal safety standards and be installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. These changes directly affect parents, guardians, and drivers transporting young children in motor vehicles.