09/01/2026
Motor vehicle crashes remain one of the leading causes of death for children in the United States. While many parents and caregivers believe their children are properly restrained, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that nearly half (46%) of all car seats are used incorrectly.
The best way to protect young passengers is to ensure they are secured in the right car seat for their age, height, and weight, and that the seat is installed correctly. A properly fitted and correctly installed car seat can make all the difference in a crash.
Visit LoveMyCarseat.org to learn more about keeping children safe while traveling. The website provides valuable information to help caregivers determine whether a child should ride in a rear-facing seat, forward-facing seat, booster seat, or seat belt, along with other important child passenger safety tips.
Texas law requires all children younger than 8 years old, unless they are taller than 4 feet 9 inches, to be secured in an appropriate child safety seat while riding in a vehicle. Children who have outgrown a booster seat must be properly restrained with a seat belt. Failure to properly restrain a child can result in a fine of up to $250.
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