Requires rear occupant alert systems in certain vehicles

This bill requires new passenger vehicles under 10,000 pounds gross weight sold in New York to include a rear occupant alert system. The system must notify drivers to check rear seats after turning off the engine, directly affecting vehicle manufacturers and dealers selling new cars in the state. It takes effect once federal safety standards for such systems are established by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The law applies to vehicles with rear seats capable of being registered under state law.