The District of Columbia Government is making it easier for District residents to protect their families. PROJECT SAFE-CHILD, the document is found below, is a child safety seat program that allows residents to purchase infant, toddler, and booster seats at reduced rates.
To purchase the safety seats and/or obtain educational materials on properly buckling children, visit one of the District's seat distribution sites.
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Car Seat Type
|
Child Size
|
Fee
|
| Infant |
0-20 pounds |
$20 |
| Toddler |
20-40 pounds |
$30 |
| Booster |
Over 40 pounds ¥ |
$15 |
| Booster (High-Back Only) |
Over 40 pounds ¥ |
$30 |
¥ Warning: It is important to put all children over 40 pounds and under 54 inches tall in
booster seats! |
For information on child safety seats and the correct use of child restraints, please select the following:
For more information on Child Passenger Safety Week and to find the car seat inspection station nearest you, visit www.nhtsa.gov 
. For live updates follow @childseatsafety on Twitter .
In December of 2002, enforcement of child safety laws began.
Program at a Glance
Program Title: Child Safety Seat Program
Providing Agency: District Department of Transportation
Office: Policy, Planning and Sustainability Administration (PPSA)
Type: Outreach and Education
Goals
To improve safety for DC residents and children through a comprehensive car seat program.
Partners
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Related Programs
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Safety Programs
-- /DC/DDOT/On+Your+Street/Safety
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Child Safety Seat Usage
-- /DC/DDOT/On+Your+Street/Safety/Child+Safety+Seats/Child+Safety+Seat+Usage
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