D. C. Consumer Vehicle Choice Protection Act

4/5/2024, 5:20 PM

D. C. Consumer Vehicle Choice Protection Act

This bill repeals the final rule adopted by the District of Columbia (DC) Department of Energy and Environment titled Adoption of California Vehicle Emission Standards. It also restores any regulation amended or repealed by such rule. The final rule provides for DC's adoption of stricter emission standards for vehicles for model year 2027 and beyond that are bought, sold, and registered in the District of Columbia. The DC final rule is based on standards promulgated by the state of California pursuant to the Clean Air Act.

The repeal is effective as of December 29, 2023. 

Bill 118 hr 7526, also known as the D.C. Consumer Vehicle Choice Protection Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the United States Congress. The purpose of this bill is to protect consumers in the District of Columbia by allowing them to purchase vehicles directly from manufacturers, rather than having to go through a dealership.

The bill aims to promote competition in the auto industry and give consumers more options when it comes to purchasing a vehicle. By allowing consumers to buy directly from manufacturers, the bill seeks to lower prices and increase transparency in the car-buying process.

If passed, the D.C. Consumer Vehicle Choice Protection Act would give consumers in the District of Columbia the freedom to choose how they purchase their vehicles, whether that be through a dealership or directly from a manufacturer. This would give consumers more control over their purchasing decisions and potentially save them money in the long run. Overall, the bill is designed to empower consumers and promote a more competitive auto industry in the District of Columbia. It will be interesting to see how this legislation progresses through Congress and what impact it may have on the car-buying process in the future.
Congress
118
Number
HR - 7526
Introduced on
2024-03-05
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5
Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/5/2024
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Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

D. C. Consumer Vehicle Choice Protection Act

This bill repeals the final rule adopted by the District of Columbia (DC) Department of Energy and Environment titled Adoption of California Vehicle Emission Standards. It also restores any regulation amended or repealed by such rule. The final rule provides for DC's adoption of stricter emission standards for vehicles for model year 2027 and beyond that are bought, sold, and registered in the District of Columbia. The DC final rule is based on standards promulgated by the state of California pursuant to the Clean Air Act.

The repeal is effective as of December 29, 2023. 

Bill 118 hr 7526, also known as the D.C. Consumer Vehicle Choice Protection Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the United States Congress. The purpose of this bill is to protect consumers in the District of Columbia by allowing them to purchase vehicles directly from manufacturers, rather than having to go through a dealership.

The bill aims to promote competition in the auto industry and give consumers more options when it comes to purchasing a vehicle. By allowing consumers to buy directly from manufacturers, the bill seeks to lower prices and increase transparency in the car-buying process.

If passed, the D.C. Consumer Vehicle Choice Protection Act would give consumers in the District of Columbia the freedom to choose how they purchase their vehicles, whether that be through a dealership or directly from a manufacturer. This would give consumers more control over their purchasing decisions and potentially save them money in the long run. Overall, the bill is designed to empower consumers and promote a more competitive auto industry in the District of Columbia. It will be interesting to see how this legislation progresses through Congress and what impact it may have on the car-buying process in the future.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo repeal the final rule adopted by the District of Columbia Department of Energy and Environment relating to "Adoption of California Vehicle Emission Standards".
Policy Areas
Environmental Protection

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