Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1435) to amend the Clean Air Act to prevent the elimination of the sale of internal combustion engines.

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Summary of Bill HRES 681

Bill 118 HRES 681, also known as the Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1435), focuses on amending the Clean Air Act to prevent the elimination of the sale of internal combustion engines. The bill aims to address concerns about the potential impact on the automotive industry and consumers if the sale of internal combustion engines were to be eliminated.

The bill is being considered in the US Congress and is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. It is important to note that this bill is not proposing to ban internal combustion engines outright, but rather seeks to amend the Clean Air Act to prevent such a ban from being implemented in the future.

Supporters of the bill argue that banning the sale of internal combustion engines could have negative consequences for the economy, including job losses in the automotive industry and increased costs for consumers. They believe that it is important to protect consumer choice and ensure that the transition to cleaner technologies is done in a way that is both practical and sustainable. Opponents of the bill, on the other hand, argue that internal combustion engines are a major source of air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions, and that phasing them out is necessary to address climate change and improve air quality. They believe that the government should be taking more aggressive action to promote the adoption of electric vehicles and other clean technologies. Overall, the debate surrounding Bill 118 HRES 681 is complex and multifaceted, with stakeholders on both sides presenting valid arguments. As the bill progresses through the legislative process, it will be important for lawmakers to carefully consider the potential impacts and implications of amending the Clean Air Act in this way.

Congressional Summary of HRES 681

This resolution sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1435) to amend the Clean Air Act to prevent the elimination of the sale of internal combustion engines.

Current Status of Bill HRES 681

Bill HRES 681 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 13, 2023. Bill HRES 681 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on September 13, 2023.  Bill HRES 681's most recent activity was Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. as of September 14, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 681

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 681

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

Potential Impact Areas

House of RepresentativesLegislative rules and procedureMotor vehicles

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 681

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1435) to amend the Clean Air Act to prevent the elimination of the sale of internal combustion engines.Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1435) to amend the Clean Air Act to prevent the elimination of the sale of internal combustion engines.
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