Bill

HR 2814

Transportation Freedom Act

119th Congress Introduced by Mark Amodei and 14 co-sponsors

The Transportation Freedom Act boosts U.S. auto manufacturing by offering tax incentives and repealing emissions standards, impacting manufacturers, workers, and environmental regulations.

Introduced in House

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Bill Summary · HR 2814

Summary of HR 2814 - Transportation Freedom Act

Bill Information:
- Bill Number: HR 2814
- Title: Transportation Freedom Act
- Status: Introduced in House
- Introduced On: April 10, 2025
- Classification: Bill

Purpose and Intent

The Transportation Freedom Act aims to modify existing regulations related to automobile manufacturing and emissions standards in the United States. The bill seeks to support American automobile manufacturers by providing financial incentives and repealing certain environmental regulations that may be perceived as burdensome to the industry.

Key Provisions

The bill is structured into several titles, each addressing different aspects of transportation and emissions standards:

TITLE I—Support for American Automobile Manufacturing

Sec. 101: Introduces an enhanced tax deduction for wages paid to workers in the automobile manufacturing sector. This provision is intended to incentivize job retention and growth within the industry.

TITLE II—Multipollutant Emissions Standards

Sec. 201: Repeals existing multipollutant emissions standards for light-duty and medium-duty vehicles.
Sec. 202: Repeals the phase 3 greenhouse gas emissions standards for heavy-duty vehicles.
Sec. 203: Repeals the Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards rules, which set fuel efficiency benchmarks for vehicles.

TITLE III—Emissions Waivers

Sec. 301: Eliminates vehicle emissions waivers, which previously allowed certain vehicles to bypass emissions standards under specific conditions.

TITLE IV—Federal Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards and CAFE Standards

Subtitle A—Establishment of New Passenger Automobile Standards

Sec. 401: Provides definitions relevant to the new standards.
Sec. 402: Establishes new CAFE and greenhouse gas emissions standards for passenger automobiles.
Sec. 403: Mandates compliance with fleet average carbon dioxide emissions standards.
Sec. 404: Authorizes appropriations for the implementation of these standards.

Subtitle B—Establishment of New Heavy-Duty Vehicle Standards

Sec. 411: Establishes new greenhouse gas emissions standards specifically for heavy-duty vehicles.

Who Would Be Affected

The Transportation Freedom Act primarily affects:
- Automobile Manufacturers: By providing tax incentives and reducing regulatory burdens, the bill aims to support domestic manufacturers.
- Automobile Workers: Enhanced deductions for wages may lead to job retention and potentially increased employment in the sector.
- Environmental Regulations: The repeal of existing emissions standards may impact environmental groups and public health advocates concerned about air quality and climate change.

Procedural Aspects

On April 10, 2025, the bill was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce and the Committee on Ways and Means for further consideration. The timeline for further action will be determined by the Speaker of the House.

Related Bills

S 711: This is the companion bill in the Senate, which addresses similar issues related to transportation and emissions standards.

This summary provides an overview of the Transportation Freedom Act, highlighting its intent, key provisions, and potential impacts on various stakeholders.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.