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Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
The LOCOMOTIVES Act amends the Clean Air Act to prohibit states from setting emissions standards for existing locomotives and engines used in locomotives, preempting state regulations.
Key Points
- 1Preempts state emissions standards for existing locomotives and locomotive engines
- 2Applies to locomotives engaged in commerce and common carrier transportation
- 3Maintains federal preemption in locomotive emissions regulation
- 4Excludes new locomotive engines from preemption
- 5Affects state environmental regulations for rail transportation
- 6Applies existing Clean Air Act preemption framework to locomotives
Impact Areas
Rail transportation industryState environmental agenciesLocomotive manufacturersAir quality regulationFederal preemption in environmental law
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