MATSUI STATEMENT ON BIDEN ADMINISTRATION’S NEW TAILPIPE EMISSION STANDARDS

WASHINGTON D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Doris Matsui (CA-07) released the following statement in response to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalizing new light-duty vehicle tailpipe emission standards for cars and SUVs, model years 2027 and beyond.

The transportation sector is the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions in the United States, accounting for 27% of all greenhouse gas emissions. Congresswoman Matsui has been one of the foremost voices in Congress calling for new, stronger emission standards for passenger cars and light-duty trucks. In March of 2023, the Congresswoman led 54 lawmakers in urging EPA to issue and swiftly finalize a new emissions rule for light-duty vehicles. In July of 2023, after EPA proposed a new rule, the Congresswoman again led 91 colleagues in urging EPA to swiftly finalize a strong emissions rule.

“Today’s announcement by the Biden Administration is an unprecedented step toward a cleaner, safer, and more resilient future,” said Congresswoman Matsui. “The new emissions rule for light-duty vehicles announced today will cut emissions from passenger cars and trucks by more than 50%, helping America and the world avoid the worst consequences of climate change and delivering $13 billion annually in public health benefits. I have fought for years to see this day, and I applaud the President and the EPA for taking this historic leap forward.”

As co-chair of the Sustainable Energy and Environment Coalition (SEEC), Congresswoman Matsui has long been a champion of bold climate action and the adoption of ambitious vehicle emission standards. In addition to light-duty vehicles, last September, Congresswoman Matsui led a letter urging EPA to finalize the strongest heavy-duty vehicle emission standards. 

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