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Ending Federal Mandates and Incentives for Vehicle Start-Stop Technology.

This Act requires the EPA and the Department of Transportation (DOT) to eliminate all existing rules and incentives that encourage or mandate the installation of engine idle start-stop technology in new cars and trucks. If passed, manufacturers would no longer be pressured by federal policy to include this system, potentially affecting vehicle design, fuel efficiency, and maintenance costs. The repeal cannot occur if it increases the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.
Key points
Federal agencies must repeal regulations promoting or requiring automatic engine start-stop systems in vehicles within one year.
The law prohibits the EPA and DOT from issuing similar mandates or incentives in the future.
This change directly impacts vehicle manufacturers and may lead to fewer new cars featuring the start-stop function.
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Status: Introduced
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Print number: 119_HR_6200
Sponsor: Rep. LaMalfa, Doug [R-CA-1]
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ESSENTIAL Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6200.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal agencies must repeal regulations promoting or requiring automatic engine start-stop systems in vehicles within one year.
  • The law prohibits the EPA and DOT from issuing similar mandates or incentives in the future.
  • This change directly impacts vehicle manufacturers and may lead to fewer new cars featuring the start-stop function.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. LaMalfa, Doug [R-CA-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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