Bill · S. 996· Senate(119-S-996)

Preserving Choice in Vehicle Purchases Act of 2025

Age: 49 years

Oklahoma

Introduced: 3/12/2025
Last activity: 3/12/2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Sponsored by: Markwayne Mullin
Cosponsors: - 20 - 0

Environmental Protection

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill is titled the ``Preserving Choice in Vehicle Purchases Act of 2025''. It seeks to amend the Clean Air Act to prevent the elimination of the sale of motor vehicles with internal combustion engines. The legislation adds a provision to Section 209(b) regarding State standards. It specifically targets standards that limit the sale or use of new motor vehicles with internal combustion engines. Additionally, it limits the scope of certain waivers granted by the Administrator.

Yes· 3 of 4

Would business owners be better off under this?+5
Automotive manufacturers focused on internal combustion engines may benefit from the preservation of their market.
Would people in rural areas be better off under this?+5
Preserving internal combustion engine options may provide more continuity for residents in areas with limited electric vehicle infrastructure.
Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?+5
The bill preserves consumer choice regarding the purchase of internal combustion engine vehicles.

The opposite· 3 of 5

Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?-5
By preventing limits on internal combustion engines, the bill likely reduces the incentive to transition away from carbon-emitting vehicles.
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?-5
The bill restricts the ability of states to implement more stringent environmental standards for motor vehicles.
Does this reduce how much oil, gas and coal is produced?-5
Ensuring the continued sale of internal combustion engines maintains the long-term demand for fossil fuels.