SC Nebraska News

Washington, D.C. – Rep. Adrian Smith (R-NE), expressed his concerns regarding the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) final tailpipe emissions standards rule for model years 2027 and beyond, specifically targeting passenger cars, light-duty trucks, and medium-duty vehicles.

In a statement, Rep. Smith criticized the EPA's rule, stating, "Let’s face it: the EPA’s finalized tailpipe rule is a radical EV mandate which will quash access to affordable vehicles while increasing our reliance on a supply chain from China. This out-of-touch regulation is unworkable for the Third District, across rural Nebraska, and beyond because of our winter weather and expansive driving distances." He further highlighted the delayed timeline of the rule as indicative of the issues surrounding the forced adoption of electric vehicles and consumer confidence.

Rep. Smith emphasized, "It’s unacceptable for the Biden administration to put a radical special interest above the needs of American families who continue to be harmed by his policies."

The EPA's tailpipe emissions rule has sparked debate and criticism, with concerns raised about its impact on vehicle affordability, supply chain reliance, and practicality in regions with specific weather and driving conditions.