Requires the driver and the passengers in a car or truck to wear a safety belt with certain exceptions

This bill mandates that drivers and passengers in most cars and trucks must wear properly adjusted safety belts, with specific exceptions for postal workers, agricultural activities, and vehicles carrying more people than available seat belts. The law applies to vehicles manufactured after 1968 and allows individuals to claim a medical exemption if they have a doctor's note stating a physical reason for not wearing a seat belt. Violations are classified as a minor infraction punishable by a fine of up to ten dollars, but the offense will not result in points on a driver's license or serve as probable cause for other traffic violations. Additionally, the bill clarifies that failing to wear a seat belt cannot be used as evidence of negligence in lawsuits, though it may slightly reduce compensation if an injury is directly linked to the lack of a seat belt. The state transportation commission is also tasked with creating a public awareness program to encourage compliance and evaluating the law's effectiveness annually.