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RepublicanBill · H.R. 3194· House(119-HR-3194)

LOCOMOTIVES Act

Rep. Moolenaar
Age: 65 years
Michigan
Introduced
5/5/2025
Last activity
7/14/2026 — Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Sponsored by
John Moolenaar
Cosponsors
Republican - 27Democrat - 0
Environmental Protection
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "LOCOMOTIVES Act," seeks to amend the Clean Air Act. The primary goal is to prohibit State standards regarding the control of emissions from existing locomotives and engines used in locomotives. It specifically targets locomotives and engines engaged in commerce, which includes common carrier railroad transportation for compensation. The legislation changes how certain nonroad engines and vehicles are regulated under the Act.

Yes· 3 of 4

  • Does this give the federal government more power?+2

    The bill increases federal authority by prohibiting states from setting their own standards for locomotive emissions.

  • Would business owners be better off under this?+2

    The bill benefits transportation and railroad industry owners by reducing regulatory compliance costs.

  • Does this make it easier to do business across state lines?+1

    The bill aims to streamline interstate commerce by removing varying state-level locomotive emission standards.

The opposite· 3 of 4

  • Does this leave more decisions to the states?-5

    The bill actively reduces the authority of states to regulate locomotive emissions within their jurisdictions.

  • Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?-3

    By prohibiting State standards for locomotive emissions, the bill may lead to higher levels of emissions compared to stricter state regulations.

  • Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?-3

    The bill reduces the ability of states to enforce stricter environmental standards on locomotive emissions.