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LOCOMOTIVES Act

6/10/2025, 9:23 PM

Summary of Bill S 1779

This bill, designated as S. 1779 in the 119th Congress and introduced on May 15, 2025, aims to modify the Clean Air Act by prohibiting State standards concerning emissions control from existing locomotives and engines used in locomotives.

Current Status of Bill S 1779

Bill S 1779 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 15, 2025. Bill S 1779 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on May 15, 2025.  Bill S 1779's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. as of May 15, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1779

Total Number of Sponsors
7
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
7
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
39
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
39
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1779

Primary Policy Focus

Environmental Protection

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1779

A bill to amend the Clean Air Act to prohibit State standards relating to the control of emissions from existing locomotives and engines used in locomotives, and for other purposes.
A bill to amend the Clean Air Act to prohibit State standards relating to the control of emissions from existing locomotives and engines used in locomotives, and for other purposes.

Comments

Arthur Hart profile image

Arthur Hart

634

8 months ago

This bill is bad, right? What's in it for me?

Reign Ballard profile image

Reign Ballard

598

9 months ago

I can't believe this bill is trying to stop states from controlling emissions from locomotives! This is a major setback for our environment and public health. How will this impact our air quality in Alaska? #SaveOurAir #CleanAirAct