SW Iowa Times

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed three Congressional Review Act resolutions aimed at reversing regulations that effectively ban gas-powered vehicles, heavy trucks, and diesel engines over the next decade. Congressman Fulcher commented on the matter, stating, "Americans continue to overwhelmingly rely on traditional automobiles over electric vehicles." He criticized the Biden administration's Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for implementing stringent regulations that could significantly alter the vehicle marketplace and push consumers towards electric vehicles. Fulcher expressed pride in joining his colleagues to introduce legislation to repeal these mandates, emphasizing the importance of preserving consumer freedom and choice in automotive markets.

According to information from the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, the Clean Air Act typically prevents individual states from setting their own vehicle emission standards. However, section 209 of the Act allows California an exemption through EPA waivers due to local air pollution issues. These waivers have enabled California to enforce a ban on new gas, diesel, and hybrid vehicle sales while mandating 100% electric vehicle sales by 2035. The passage of these resolutions by Congress is seen as an exercise of oversight responsibilities to address what they consider regulatory overreach by the previous administration.