PUT CONSUMERS BACK IN THE DRIVER'S SEAT

On 2025-03-27, Representative Tim Walberg (R-MI-5) delivered a floor speech titled "PUT CONSUMERS BACK IN THE DRIVER'S SEAT" in the House. The speech addressed the environment and also covered foreign policy, China.

PUT CONSUMERS BACK IN THE DRIVER'S SEAT

Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 56 (Thursday, March 27, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 56 (Thursday, March 27, 2025)] [House] [Page H1317] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] PUT CONSUMERS BACK IN THE DRIVER'S SEAT (Mr. WALBERG asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute.) Mr. WALBERG. Mr. Speaker, last year, the EPA finalized a rule which set aggressive emission standards for vehicles, amounting to a de facto EV mandate. While I am not against EVs or certainly against reducing emissions, we must not push misguided regulations that limit consumer choice, burden the American auto industry, and increase reliance on China. President Trump recently issued an executive order to eliminate the EV mandate, demonstrating his commitment to repealing excessive regulations. However, we must take further steps to prevent future administrations from issuing similar mandates. That is why I have partnered with Representative Fulcher to introduce the Choice in Automobile Retail Sales, or CARS, Act, which will prevent similar EV mandates and safeguard Americans' freedom to choose the vehicle that is best for them. We must put consumers back in the driver's seat and ensure the future of the auto industry is forged through innovation and not mandates. ____________________