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Preserving Choice in Vehicle Purchases Act of 2023
3/14/2024, 10:03 AM
Summary of Bill S 2090
The bill specifically targets automakers who have attempted to limit consumers' ability to purchase vehicles directly from the manufacturer, rather than through a dealership. This practice has been a point of contention in the automotive industry, with some arguing that it limits competition and consumer choice.
If passed, the Preserving Choice in Vehicle Purchases Act of 2023 would prohibit automakers from imposing restrictions on how consumers can purchase vehicles, ensuring that consumers have the freedom to choose the method that best suits their needs. This would help to promote a more competitive marketplace and give consumers more options when it comes to buying a new car. Overall, this bill aims to protect consumers' rights and promote a fair and open marketplace for vehicle purchases. It will be interesting to see how this legislation progresses through Congress and what impact it may have on the automotive industry as a whole.
Congressional Summary of S 2090
Preserving Choice in Vehicle Purchases Act of 2023
This bill modifies the waiver process under the Clean Air Act related to state emission control standards for new motor vehicles (or new motor vehicle engines).
Under current law, states are preempted from adopting or enforcing emission control standards for new motor vehicles (or new motor vehicle engines) unless the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) provides a waiver authorizing a state to adopt such standards if certain requirements are met.
The bill provides that state standards that directly or indirectly limit the sale or use of new motor vehicles with internal combustion engines are not eligible for waivers. The bill also prohibits the EPA from determining that any state standards amended after the bill's enactment are within the scope of an existing waiver.
Additionally, the bill requires the EPA to revoke waivers granted between January 1, 2022, and the date of enactment of this bill if the standards directly or indirectly limit the sale or use of new motor vehicles with internal combustion engines.
