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Fostering and Realizing Electrification by Encouraging Zero Emission Refrigeration Trucks Act of 2021

3/8/2023, 7:58 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1335

Bill 117 HR 1335, also known as the Fostering and Realizing Electrification by Encouraging Zero Emission Refrigeration Trucks Act of 2021, aims to promote the use of zero-emission refrigeration trucks in the United States. The bill recognizes the importance of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving air quality by transitioning to cleaner transportation options.

The key provisions of the bill include providing grants to support the deployment of zero-emission refrigeration trucks, establishing a competitive grant program to incentivize the development and deployment of zero-emission refrigeration technologies, and conducting research and development to advance the use of zero-emission refrigeration trucks.

Additionally, the bill directs the Department of Energy to establish a program to provide technical assistance and support to state and local governments, businesses, and other stakeholders in transitioning to zero-emission refrigeration trucks. The bill also requires the Department of Energy to report to Congress on the progress of the program and its impact on reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Overall, the Fostering and Realizing Electrification by Encouraging Zero Emission Refrigeration Trucks Act of 2021 aims to accelerate the adoption of zero-emission refrigeration trucks in the United States, contributing to a cleaner and more sustainable transportation sector.

Congressional Summary of HR 1335

Fostering and Realizing Electrification by Encouraging Zero Emission Refrigeration Trucks Act of 2021 or the FREEZER Trucks Act of 2021

This bill requires the Environmental Protection Agency to establish a pilot program to award grants, rebates, or low-cost revolving loans for electrifying or retiring diesel-powered transport refrigeration units in certain heavy-duty vehicles (e.g., commercial trucks).

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Current Status of Bill HR 1335

Bill HR 1335 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 25, 2021. Bill HR 1335 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 25, 2021.  Bill HR 1335's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit. as of February 26, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1335

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1335

Primary Policy Focus

Environmental Protection

Potential Impact Areas

- Air quality
- Climate change and greenhouse gases
- Congressional oversight
- Electric power generation and transmission
- Environmental health
- Food industry and services
- Government information and archives
- Government lending and loan guarantees
- Health facilities and institutions
- Hybrid, electric, and advanced technology vehicles
- Lighting, heating, cooling
- Motor carriers
- Transportation programs funding
- Urban and suburban affairs and development

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1335

Fostering and Realizing Electrification by Encouraging Zero Emission Refrigeration Trucks Act of 2021
To direct the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to carry out a pilot program to award grants for the electrification of certain refrigerated vehicles, and for other purposes.
Fostering and Realizing Electrification by Encouraging Zero Emission Refrigeration Trucks Act of 2021
FREEZER Trucks Act of 2021

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1335

Yvette D. Clarke
Yvette D. Clarke
New YorkDemocrat
Janice D. Schakowsky
Janice D. Schakowsky
IllinoisDemocrat
Jared Huffman
Jared Huffman
CaliforniaDemocrat

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