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HR 6200119th CongressIn Committee
ESSENTIAL Act
Introduced: Nov 20, 2025
Sponsor: Rep. LaMalfa, Doug [R-CA-1] (R-California)
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
The ESSENTIAL Act directs the EPA and DOT to repeal or rescind regulations that incentivize or require engine idle start‑stop technology, prohibits new similar regulations, and requires reporting on the repeal. An exception applies if repeal would increase carbon‑monoxide poisoning risk.
Key Points
- 1Repeal of all EPA and DOT actions that encourage or require idle start‑stop technology within one year of enactment.
- 2Prohibition on issuing new regulations that are similar to the repealed ones.
- 3Exception allowing retention of regulations if repeal would raise carbon‑monoxide risk.
- 4Mandatory initial and final reports to Congress on the repeal process.
- 5Clear definition of engine idle start‑stop technology.
- 6Impact on vehicle manufacturers and consumers regarding technology adoption.
Impact Areas
Vehicle manufacturers and suppliersConsumers of vehicles with idle‑stop technologyEPA and DOT regulatory staffAutomotive industry stakeholdersPublic health and safety regulators
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