H.R.8782

PLOW Storms Act Protecting Lifesaving Operations during Winter Storms Act

Introduced·5/13/26

PLOW Storms Act adds municipal snow removal vehicles to emergency fleet definition in Clean Air Act.

The Protecting Lifesaving Operations during Winter Storms Act, also known as the PLOW Storms Act, amends the Clean Air Act to include dedicated-use municipal snow removal vehicles and machinery as emergency vehicles in the definition of covered fleet. This change ensures that such vehicles and machinery are recognized for their critical role in clearing snow and ice from public roads and properties during winter storms.

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History

May 13

House

Introduced in House

May 13

House

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.