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To repeal the corporate average fuel economy standards.
12/30/2022, 4:18 AM
Summary of Bill HR 6642
Bill 117 HR 6642, also known as the Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) Standards Repeal Act, aims to eliminate the current regulations that require automakers to meet specific fuel efficiency standards for their vehicles. The bill was introduced in response to concerns about the economic impact of these regulations on the automotive industry.
If passed, this legislation would effectively remove the requirement for automakers to produce vehicles that meet certain fuel efficiency standards, allowing them more flexibility in the types of vehicles they produce. Proponents of the bill argue that this would help reduce costs for automakers and ultimately benefit consumers by providing more affordable vehicle options.
Opponents of the bill, however, argue that repealing the CAFE standards would have negative consequences for the environment and public health. They argue that higher fuel efficiency standards are necessary to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. Overall, the passage of Bill 117 HR 6642 would have significant implications for the automotive industry and the environment. It is important for lawmakers to carefully consider the potential impacts of repealing the CAFE standards before making a decision on this legislation.
If passed, this legislation would effectively remove the requirement for automakers to produce vehicles that meet certain fuel efficiency standards, allowing them more flexibility in the types of vehicles they produce. Proponents of the bill argue that this would help reduce costs for automakers and ultimately benefit consumers by providing more affordable vehicle options.
Opponents of the bill, however, argue that repealing the CAFE standards would have negative consequences for the environment and public health. They argue that higher fuel efficiency standards are necessary to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. Overall, the passage of Bill 117 HR 6642 would have significant implications for the automotive industry and the environment. It is important for lawmakers to carefully consider the potential impacts of repealing the CAFE standards before making a decision on this legislation.
Congressional Summary of HR 6642
This bill repeals the corporate average fuel economy standards, which regulate how far automobiles must travel on a gallon of fuel.
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Current Status of Bill HR 6642
Bill HR 6642 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 8, 2022. Bill HR 6642 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 8, 2022. Bill HR 6642's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce. as of February 9, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6642
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6642
Primary Policy Focus
EnergyAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6642
To repeal the corporate average fuel economy standards.
To repeal the corporate average fuel economy standards.
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