Freedom to Haul Act

Summary#

This bill is called the Freedom to Haul Act of 2025. It says the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) may not implement or enforce the final rule titled "Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards for Heavy-Duty Vehicles--Phase 3" (89 Fed. Reg. 29440 (April 22, 2024)). It also changes the Clean Air Act (section 202(a)(2)) to add that any regulation may not require a specific technology and may not result in limited availability of new motor vehicles based on the engine type. The bill requires the EPA to revise its regulations as needed to meet this new rule within two years of enactment.

What it means for you#

• The EPA cannot put into effect or enforce the Phase 3 heavy‑duty vehicle greenhouse gas rule named in the bill.
• Future and revised tailpipe regulations may not mandate a particular technology or limit the availability of new vehicles because of the vehicle's engine type.
• The EPA must change its rules within two years so they follow this new restriction.
• No publicly available information on direct, immediate effects on vehicle purchases, manufacturers, or emissions beyond the text of the bill.

Expenses#

No publicly available information on costs to federal agencies, state or local governments, businesses, or consumers in the bill text or metadata.

Proponents' View#

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Opponents' View#

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