S.1779

LOCOMOTIVES Act Lifting Overburdensome Commerce Obstructions and Motives Act

Introduced·5/15/25

The LOCOMOTIVES Act amends the Clean Air Act to prohibit state standards on emissions from existing locomotives and engines used in locomotives.

The LOCOMOTIVES Act, or Lifting Overburdensome Commerce Obstructions and Motives Act, amends the Clean Air Act to prohibit state standards on emissions from existing locomotives and engines used in locomotives. This includes locomotives engaged in commerce, specifically those providing common carrier railroad transportation for compensation. The bill modifies the Clean Air Act to redefine the scope of nonroad engines and vehicles subject to regulation, affecting emissions control standards.

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Environment And Public Works Committee
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History

May 15, 2025

Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.