“I want the House to pass this bill. It keeps funding programs that help replace old diesel engines and cut down on pollution.”

“Mr. Speaker, I move to suspend the rules and pass the bill (H.R. 2140) to amend the Energy Policy Act of 2005 to reauthorize the diesel emissions reduction program. The Clerk read the title of the bill. The text of the bill is as follows:”

“I want the House to pass this bill. It keeps funding an EPA program that helps replace and upgrade old diesel engines. This program creates manufacturing jobs, cleans up the air, and saves fuel.”

“Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act, DERA, of 2025, led by two members of our committee, Representative Matsui of California and Representative Langworthy of New York, reauthorizes a longstanding and successful bipartisan program. This EPA program provides funding assistance to accelerate replacements and upgrades for older diesel engines. It has supported U.S. manufacturing jobs through the development and deployment of a wide range of technologies, leading to improved air quality and economic growth across the country. It is estimated that for every Federal dollar received, the DERA program has leveraged about $2.30 in outside funding, resulting in over 570 million gallons of fuel saved. The program has also upgraded 76,900 vehicle engines. I urge support of this bipartisan legislation with a track record of proven results. Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of my time.”