Awning Safety Act of 2025

The Awning Safety Act of 2025 would direct the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) to develop and issue new safety standards specifically for fixed and freestanding retractable awnings. These standards would be designed to protect consumers against risks of death or serious injury associated with awnings, particularly hazards related to awnings unexpectedly opening and striking people while they are removing bungee tie-downs from awning covers.

Currently, there are no federal safety standards specifically governing awnings, leaving consumers potentially vulnerable to preventable accidents. This bill would fill that gap by requiring the CPSC to establish comprehensive safety requirements that manufacturers would need to follow. The standards would apply to both permanently installed awnings and portable retractable models that many homeowners and businesses use.

If enacted, the bill would likely result in safer awning designs and clearer safety instructions for consumers. Manufacturers would need to redesign products or add safety features to comply with the new standards, which could increase product costs but would aim to reduce emergency room visits and fatalities caused by awning-related accidents. The bill has passed the House and is currently under review by the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.