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US S432

US S432
Fostering and Realizing Electrification by Encouraging Zero Emission Refrigeration Trucks Act of 2021 FREEZER Trucks Act of 2021


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Introduced
02/24/2021
In Committee
02/24/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To direct the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to carry out a pilot program to award grants for the electrification of certain refrigerated vehicles, and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill, the Fostering and Realizing Electrification by Encouraging Zero Emission Refrigeration Trucks Act of 2021 (FREEZER Trucks Act of 2021), directs the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to establish a pilot program to award grants, rebates, and low-cost loans to eligible entities such as state and local agencies, nonprofits, and owners of heavy-duty vehicles or facilities that use refrigeration. The funds can be used to replace diesel-powered transport refrigeration units in heavy-duty vehicles with electric units or to install shore power infrastructure to enable electric operation of refrigeration units. The bill sets maximum funding levels, requires certain reporting and data release, and authorizes $30 million in funding for the program.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. (on 02/24/2021)

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