A bill to amend the Clean Air Act to promote competitiveness in the motor vehicle aftermarket and to preserve consumer freedom of choice to select parts and service of the consumer's own choosing, and for other purposes.
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Just introduced
What it doesSummary introduced in house (Mar 4, 1981)
Amends the Clean Air Act to repeal provisions for: (1) the adoption and enforcement of emission standards for new motor vehicles by States with approved plans for nonattainment areas; and (2) production warranties and parts certification for compliance with emission standards by manufacturers of new cars.
Revises provisions relating to: (1) performance warranties for vehicle and engine compliance with emission standards; (2) manufacturer's instructions for the maintenance, replacement, and repair of emission control devices and systems; and (3) prohibited acts involving such devices or systems.
Prohibits State or local governments from adopting or enforcing standards applicable to motor vehicle or engine parts for purposes of controlling or regulating motor vehicle emissions.
What just happenedOct 5, 1981
For Further Action See H.R.4681.
Who’s behind it
- Oct 5, 1981CommitteeH19100
For Further Action See H.R.4681.
Energy and Commerce Committee - Sep 23, 1981CommitteeH21000
Subcommittee Hearings Held.
Health and Environment Subcommittee - Sep 22, 1981CommitteeH21000
Subcommittee Hearings Held.
Health and Environment Subcommittee - Sep 21, 1981CommitteeH21000
Subcommittee Hearings Held.
Health and Environment Subcommittee - Mar 9, 1981CommitteeH11000
Referred to Subcommittee on Health and the Environment.
Health and Environment Subcommittee - Mar 4, 1981IntroReferralH11100
Referred to House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Energy and Commerce Committee - Mar 4, 1981IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Mar 4, 1981IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House