Rep. Carson Bill Would Improve Amusement Park Ride Safety

INDIANAPOLIS, IN—As the 2025 Indiana State Fair kicks off, Congressman André Carson (IN-07) is highlighting his bill to improve amusement park ride safety.

“Thankfully, the Indiana State Fair has not had an accident on rides since 2006 – but we can’t wait for tragedy to occur before acting,” said Congressman Carson. “Currently, there is not enough operator training or data collection to ensure complete confidence in rides. Parents and fair-goers deserve full peace of mind knowing that we’ve done everything possible to ensure no one experiences a terrifying accident while they’re just trying to have summer fun.”

Congressman Carson’s H.R. 1855, the National Amusement Park Ride and Safety Act, was introduced earlier this year. The legislation would:

• Enable federal investigations into ride accidents
• Mandate corrective action plans for identified defects
• Improve safety training for ride operators
• Establish a national database to track accidents and mechanical issues

Indiana is home to two amusement parks with rollercoasters and many county fairs. This legislation is designed to raise the bar for ride safety across the country, and especially in the Hoosier State.

Full bill text of the National Amusement Park Ride and Safety Act can be found here.

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