Abuse survivors can now cut off abusers' remote car access instantly
H.R. 2110 — Safe Vehicle Access for Survivors Act · Filed by Debbie Dingell (D-MI) · 27 cosponsors · Introduced Mar 14, 2025 · Markup held
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What it does
This bill requires car manufacturers and connected vehicle service providers to disable an abuser's access to a survivor's vehicle within 2 business days of a request, without charging fees or requiring the abuser's permission. Survivors must provide proof of ownership or a court order, and providers must keep survivor information confidential and delete it within 90 days. The bill preempts state laws and grants providers liability protection for complying with it.
Why we flagged it
The bill's operative mechanism is a survivor-protection mandate: it requires vehicle service providers to disable abuser access on demand, with strict timelines and confidentiality protections. The liability shield and preemption are supporting structures, not the core purpose.
What the text implies
- Providers may face operational challenges implementing the 2-business-day deadline across legacy systems; technical infeasibility language may create disputes over what is 'operationally' possible.
- The bill does not address scenarios where the abuser is the sole owner and the survivor has only temporary possession (e.g., a loan); the court-order requirement may create barriers for survivors in states with slow court systems.
The full analysis lists 5 implications of this text.
Who it affects
Domestic violence and abuse survivors gain a concrete safety tool—the ability to cut off abusers' remote access to their vehicles without delay, cost, or obstruction. The liability shield protects providers from frivolous claims, reducing friction that might otherwise delay implementation.