Automotive & Transportation Equipment

Drone Safety Statement Modernization Act

James Gallagher (Republican) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

The bill would require manufacturers of small drones to give first-time operators a FAA-defined safety statement, covering applicable laws, airspace restrictions, safe-use tips, and enforcement risks, at the moment the drone is first activated and to make those operators electronically confirm they have read it. It would also direct the FAA to issue an example safety statement within 120 days and update the requirements annually, while barring the FAA from forcing manufacturers to use that example, and it would repeal an outdated section of a 2016 FAA law. This bill directly requires small drone manufacturers to provide a FAA-defined safety statement at first activation and build in an electronic acknowledgment step, while freeing them from having to use the FAA's example statement.

Where it stands

On September 15, 2026 the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure held a markup on HR10304 and ordered it reported (amended) by voice vote, following its September 8, 2026 referral to that committee. The markup vote is the report-out event; no written report has been filed and no calendar placement appears on the record.

Connected Vehicle Security Act of 2026

John R. Moolenaar (Republican) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

The bill would ban, starting January 1, 2027, the importation, manufacture, sale, resale, or interstate sale of connected vehicles originating from or designed in China, Russia, North Korea, or Iran, or made by firms more than 15 percent owned or controlled by entities from those countries. It would also bar covered vehicle software from those countries from 2027 and connected vehicle hardware from them from 2030, with the Commerce Secretary able to grant case-by-case authorizations and to fine violations at least $1.5 million or five times the transaction value per day. This bill bans connected vehicle makers and parts suppliers from importing, manufacturing, selling, or reselling connected vehicles or hardware from China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea, and requires compliance certifications with civil penalties starting at $1.5 million.

Where it stands

HR8730 was referred on May 11, 2026 to the Committee on Energy and Commerce and, in addition, to the Committees on Ways and Means and Foreign Affairs, each for the provisions within its jurisdiction, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker. No calendar placement, hearing, or markup appears in the record, and no meetings are scheduled in the calendar data, so the bill sits at the starting point of committee consideration in all three panels.

Connected Vehicle Security Act of 2026

Bernie Moreno (Republican) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

The bill would bar, starting in 2027, the importation, manufacture, sale, resale, and introduction into interstate commerce of connected vehicles and connected vehicle software made, designed, developed, or supplied by China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, or entities controlled from those countries, with the hardware ban following in 2030, some software not already covered by existing rules phased in through model year 2029, and new rules covering heavier vehicles taking effect by the end of 2032. The Commerce Secretary could grant case-by-case and general authorizations, issue advisory opinions, collect declarations of conformity before sale or importation, and fine violators at least the greater of $1,500,000 or five times the transaction value per violation, with each day of a continuing violation counted separately, although a one-year safe harbor lets violators avoid penalties if they promptly disclose and cure the violation. This bill bars vehicle makers and parts suppliers from importing, making, or selling connected vehicles and software or hardware from China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea starting in 2027, while US manufacturers gain market share, delayed deadlines, and a one-year safe harbor.

Where it stands

S. 4429 has been reported by the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation: the committee ordered it reported at its July 22, 2026 markup, the written report was filed September 22, 2026, and the bill was placed on the Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders the same day as Calendar No. 671. The committee stage is complete, and the bill now sits on the Calendar of Business awaiting a decision by the majority leader on whether to call it up.

Aviation Innovation and Global Competitiveness Act

Peter Welch (Democrat) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

The bill would direct the Federal Aviation Administration to publish a plan for improving its aircraft type certification process for advanced air mobility aircraft, set non-binding expected timelines for major certification milestones, adopt clearer criteria for when certification issue papers are created, and update guidance on how FAA designees handle certification work, with annual progress briefings to Congress. The timelines would create no new legal rights and could not be challenged in court, and a committee amendment would add consultation with the largest airline pilots' union and language preserving the FAA's authority to maintain its safety continuum. This bill helps aircraft and aerospace manufacturers of advanced air mobility aircraft by requiring the FAA to publish certification plans, expected timelines, and updated delegation rules, though conventional aircraft makers may see slower FAA attention.

Where it stands

The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation held a markup on July 22, 2026 and ordered S3885 reported favorably with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. That committee vote is the report-out event, and no written report or further floor action appears on the record yet.

Car Privacy Rights Act of 2026

Jeff Merkley (Democrat) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

The bill would bar companies that collect, process, or transfer data generated by consumer cars, including car manufacturers, insurers, and app companies, from collecting or using that data except for a listed set of purposes such as providing a requested service, meeting legal obligations, safety, security, and approved research. It would also make it unlawful to share or sell that data without the consumer's separate, explicit opt-in consent, with easy revocation, would flatly prohibit selling or sharing precise location data, would require privacy policies, consumer access, and annual reports to the Federal Trade Commission, and would let the FTC, state attorneys general, and consumers sue violators, with consumers able to win at least $5,000 per violation. This bill directly restricts car manufacturers from collecting, sharing, or selling consumer car-related data, including precise geolocation, unless consumers give express consent, and adds annual FTC privacy reports, guidance on domestic violence issues, and lawsuit liability of at least $5,000 per violation.

Where it stands

S5673, the Car Privacy Rights Act of 2026, was read twice and referred to the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation on September 30, 2026. It now sits at the committee stage, the chamber's most common kill point, with no hearings or markups scheduled in our calendar data.

AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act of 2025

Gus M. Bilirakis (Republican) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

The bill would direct the Transportation Department to write a rule, due within one year, requiring AM radio receivers as standard equipment in new passenger vehicles, with smaller manufacturers that made 40,000 or fewer vehicles in 2022 getting at least four years to comply and civil penalties for violations. Until the rule takes effect, automakers would have to label new vehicles lacking AM radios to tell buyers that fact and could not charge an extra fee for AM radio access, and the bill would also block state and local rules on vehicle AM radio access and order a government study of emergency alerting, all expiring eight years after enactment. This bill requires passenger vehicle manufacturers to install AM radios as standard no-fee equipment in new vehicles, label models built without them, and face civil penalties, while smaller makers get a longer compliance deadline.

Where it stands

HR979 passed the House by voice vote on a motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended, on September 15, 2026, and on September 16, 2026 it was received in the Senate, read twice, and placed on the Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders as Calendar No. 622, so it is now pending in the Senate.

AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act of 2025

Edward J. Markey (Democrat) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

The bill would direct the Transportation Department to issue, within one year, a rule requiring every new passenger vehicle sold in the United States to include a working AM radio receiver as standard equipment at no extra charge, with compliance deadlines of two to three years for most automakers and at least four years for those that built 40,000 or fewer vehicles in 2022. Until the rule takes effect, manufacturers of new vehicles lacking AM radios would have to label them clearly for buyers, states would be barred from setting their own AM radio requirements, and the mandate itself would sunset ten years after enactment, while the Government Accountability Office studies emergency alerting through vehicle AM radios. This bill requires passenger vehicle manufacturers to install AM radio receivers as standard equipment at no extra charge, label vehicles lacking them during the interim period, and face civil penalties for violations, adding compliance costs for automakers.

Where it stands

S. 315 was ordered reported by the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation at its February 5, 2025 markup, a written report was filed on April 3, 2025, and that same day the bill was placed on the Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders as Calendar No. 39. It is now awaiting the majority leader's decision on whether to bring it to the floor.

Cold Weather Diesel Reliability Act of 2025

Nicholas J. Begich III (Republican) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

The bill would require the EPA, within 180 days, to rewrite its Clean Air Act rules so diesel vehicle and equipment manufacturers may suspend emissions-related engine power reductions or shutdowns when temperatures are at or below freezing, with engines returning to normal emissions operation once it warms up. It would also require the EPA to grant a year-round exemption from diesel exhaust fluid system requirements, including the shutdown functions those systems trigger, for diesel vehicles primarily operated in far-northern latitudes or facing prolonged cold that makes the fluid system impractical. This bill lets diesel vehicle and equipment manufacturers disable emissions fault shutdowns in freezing temperatures and exempts covered vehicles in very cold regions from diesel exhaust fluid requirements.

Where it stands

HR6250 was referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce on November 21, 2025, and the committee held a hearing on the bill on June 3, 2026. No markup, report-out, or calendar placement appears in the record; under House practice a hearing does not commit the chair to any further action.

National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027

This is an omnibus proposal impacting several different industries, including Automotive & Transportation Equipment.

Mike Rogers (Republican) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

This proposal would authorize roughly $1.07 trillion in fiscal year 2027 funding for military procurement, research, personnel, operations, military construction, and Department of Energy national security programs, while setting weapon system inventory requirements, personnel policies, and supply chain rules favoring domestic and non-Chinese sources. It would also create major maritime industrial base programs, including competitive shipyard grants, a $20 billion Maritime Security Trust Fund, phased requirements that imported containerized and vehicle cargo move on U.S.-flag vessels, and expanded cargo preference rules, and would end by requiring documentary proof of citizenship for federal voter registration and photo identification to vote. This bill awards shipbuilders and aerospace, vehicle, and missile makers billions in multiyear Navy, Air Force, and Army procurement contracts, shipyard grants, and research funding, while imposing domestic sourcing, counterfeit parts, price reporting, and foreign adversary supply chain restrictions on defense contractors.

Where it stands

The House passed this bill on July 22, 2026 by a 216 to 212 vote, and the Senate received it on September 14, 2026, so it now sits pending in the Senate. Under House process, the Senate must pass identical text before anything can go to the President, and the House is no longer in control of the bill's fate.

Space Commerce Advisory Committee Act

Gary C. Peters (Democrat) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

The bill would establish a 15-member advisory committee within the Department of Commerce to provide recommendations on regulations and strategies for the commercial space industry. This committee would operate for ten years and advise on issues such as export controls, radio frequency spectrum access, and environmental protections. This bill gives aerospace and parts manufacturers a voice through a Commerce Department advisory committee that will recommend ways to ease export controls and spectrum access rules for the commercial space industry over ten years.

Where it stands

The bill passed the Senate on August 6, 2026, and was messaged to the House, where it was held at the desk on August 10, 2026. This status means the measure is now in the other chamber, awaiting House action on the Senate-passed text.

Safety Starts at the Top Act of 2026

Adam Smith (Democrat) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

Large aerospace manufacturers with at least $15 billion in annual revenue would be required to certify annually that their boards of directors include two labor representatives and two experts with proven aerospace safety experience. The Federal Aviation Administration would revoke the delegation of authority to any existing organization that fails to meet these new board composition requirements within 90 days of the law's enactment. This bill requires aerospace manufacturers with at least $15 billion in annual revenue to certify each year that their boards include two labor representatives and two safety experts, or the FAA will revoke their delegation of authority.

Where it stands

HR10077 was referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on August 10, 2026. No meetings are currently scheduled for this measure.

Providing congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Motor Vehicle Pollution Control Standards; Notice of Decision Granting a Waiver of Clean Air Act Preemption for California's 2009 and Subsequent Model Year Greenhouse Gas Emission Standards for New Motor Vehicles".

Gary J. Palmer (Republican) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

This joint resolution nullifies the Environmental Protection Agency's decision to grant California a waiver to enforce stricter greenhouse gas emission standards on new motor vehicles. It declares that the specific EPA rule cited has no force or effect. This bill cancels the EPA waiver that let California enforce its stricter greenhouse gas emission standards on new vehicles, so motor vehicle manufacturers would follow only federal emission rules and avoid building separate California-compliant vehicles.

Where it stands

HJRES211 was referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce on August 6, 2026 and remains active there. No hearings or markups are currently scheduled.

Providing congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Motor Vehicle Pollution Control Standards; Advanced Clean Car Program; Reconsideration of a Previous Withdrawal of a Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision".

August Pfluger (Republican) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

This joint resolution would nullify a federal rule that reinstated California's authority to enforce stricter vehicle emission standards. The measure declares that the specific Environmental Protection Agency decision has no legal force. This bill voids the EPA rule that restored California's authority to enforce its Advanced Clean Car Program, so vehicle manufacturers no longer face California's zero-emission vehicle sales quotas and can keep selling gasoline vehicles there.

Where it stands

The joint resolution was referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce on August 6, 2026, placing it in the initial committee stage where the chair controls whether a hearing or markup occurs. No meetings are currently scheduled for this measure.

Uniform Vehicle Safety Standards Act of 2026

Mike Flood (Republican) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

This proposal would amend federal law to exempt motor vehicle manufacturers from common law liability for failing to equip vehicles beyond the safety standards set by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. It aims to ensure uniform application of safety rules and reduce the burden on interstate commerce caused by lawsuits that demand higher safety levels than the federal minimum. This bill protects motor vehicle manufacturers from common law lawsuits claiming they failed to include safety features beyond federal standards, shielding automakers from liability while taking away that claim from injured plaintiffs.

Where it stands

HR10050 was referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce on August 6, 2026. No markup has been scheduled, and the chair controls whether a markup occurs.

Uniform Vehicle Safety Standards Act of 2026

Deb Fischer (Republican) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

This bill would change federal law to explicitly exempt motor vehicle manufacturers from common law liability for failing to exceed official safety standards. It aims to create uniform national safety rules by preventing state lawsuits from imposing stricter requirements than those set by federal regulators. This bill exempts motor vehicle manufacturers from lawsuits claiming they failed to make vehicles safer than federal standards, lowering their liability risk if they meet the minimums.

Where it stands

S5336 was read twice and referred to the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation on August 6, 2026. The bill is currently in committee with no scheduled meetings or markup actions recorded.

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Motor Vehicle Pollution Control Standards; Advanced Clean Car Program; Reconsideration of a Previous Withdrawal of a Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision".

Jon Husted (Republican) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

This resolution disapproves a specific Environmental Protection Agency rule regarding California's Advanced Clean Car Program. The rule would lose all legal force and effect upon enactment of this measure. This bill cancels the EPA rule allowing California's stricter vehicle pollution and zero-emission car mandates, so motor vehicle manufacturers can sell the same gas-powered models in California as elsewhere and avoid separate compliance costs.

Where it stands

The joint resolution is pending in the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works following its referral on August 5, 2026. The House companion measure, HJRES212, is similarly pending in the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Motor Vehicle Pollution Control Standards; Notice of Decision Granting a Waiver of Clean Air Act Preemption for California's 2009 and Subsequent Model Year Greenhouse Gas Emission Standards for New Motor Vehicles".

Eric Schmitt (Republican) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

This joint resolution nullifies an EPA rule that granted California a waiver to enforce its own greenhouse gas emission standards for new motor vehicles. If enacted, the EPA decision has no force or effect, restoring federal preemption over state-level pollution control standards for cars. This bill nullifies the EPA rule granting California authority to enforce its own greenhouse gas emission standards for new vehicles, so motor vehicle manufacturers would follow one federal emissions standard instead of California's stricter separate rules.

Where it stands

The joint resolution was read twice and referred to the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works on August 5, 2026. It is currently awaiting committee action, as no upcoming meetings are scheduled in the available calendar data.

Motor Vehicle Modernization Act of 2026

Brett Guthrie (Republican) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

The bill would modernize federal motor vehicle safety rules for partially and fully automated vehicles, updating tire, braking, recall, and driver distraction requirements, mandating AM radios in new cars, and requiring honest disclosure of automated driving systems' capabilities and limits. It would also require vehicle manufacturers to share repair information and tools with independent repair shops, bar vehicle sales by manufacturers controlled by foreign adversaries subject to exceptions, create a process for abuse survivors to cut off an abuser's access to connected vehicle services within 2 business days, and set up a federal program to identify and strengthen critical supply chains. This bill directly regulates vehicle and parts makers by imposing automated driving disclosure duties, right-to-repair sharing, recall and emergency braking rules, AM radio and battery safety requirements, and a ban on foreign-adversary-controlled manufacturers, while shielding connected-service providers from liability and removing outdated tire tests.

Where it stands

On February 5, 2026 HR7389 was referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce and to its Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade; after a February 10, 2026 markup, the full committee at a May 21, 2026 markup ordered the bill to be reported as amended by a 48-1 yea-and-nay vote. No written report has been filed and no calendar placement appears on the record, so the bill is not on a calendar and nothing is scheduled.

AV Emergency Response Coordination Act

Kevin Mullin (Democrat) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

The bill requires autonomous vehicle manufacturers and operators to submit emergency response guides to the government and maintain a hotline that answers calls from first responders within 30 seconds. It also mandates that these vehicles comply with government-issued geofence notices and emergency orders within two minutes of their issuance. This bill requires autonomous vehicle manufacturers and operators in the industry to file emergency response guides, staff 24/7 hotlines for first responders, and obey geofence orders within two minutes, or stop selling and operating their vehicles.

Where it stands

HR 10033 is in the committee stage, having been referred on August 3, 2026, to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. The source does not designate a primary panel, so both committees act as gatekeepers for their respective jurisdictional provisions.

Clean Transportation Jobs and Development Act of 2026

Catherine Cortez Masto (Democrat) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

This bill would authorize $6 billion for battery processing and manufacturing grants for fiscal years 2027 through 2031 and establish the Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation to oversee energy supply chain projects. It would also authorize approximately $2.9 billion over five years for research and development programs focused on advanced vehicle technologies, cybersecurity, and energy-efficient mobility systems. This bill gives truck and trailer, engine, component, hydrogen fuel cell, and passenger and commercial vehicle manufacturers access to federal grants and research, development, and demonstration funding for advanced vehicle and energy technologies over five years.

Where it stands

S5220 was read twice and referred to the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources on August 3, 2026. The measure currently awaits committee action with no upcoming meetings scheduled.

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Motor Vehicle Pollution Control Standards; Notice of Decision Granting a Waiver of Clean Air Act Preemption for California's Advanced Clean Car Program and a Within the Scope Confirmation for California's Zero Emission Vehicle Amendments for 2017 and Earlier Model Years".

John Joyce (Republican) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

This resolution nullifies an Environmental Protection Agency decision that granted California permission to enforce its Advanced Clean Car Program. The rule loses all legal force, preventing the state from applying its specific zero-emission vehicle requirements for model years 2017 and earlier. This bill wipes out the EPA waiver that let California enforce its zero-emission vehicle rules, so motor vehicle manufacturers no longer have to meet those stricter state requirements for model years 2017 and earlier, cutting their compliance costs.

Where it stands

HJRES 205 was referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce on July 23, 2026. The companion measure SJRES 207 was read twice and referred to the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works on August 5, 2026.

Shipbuilding Investment and Workforce Act

Mike Kelly (Republican) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

The bill allows up to 100 census tracts designated as maritime prosperity zones to be treated as qualified opportunity zones, granting tax incentives to investors who fund businesses in these areas that primarily support the maritime industry. These incentives apply to investments made after December 31, 2026, with the nomination process beginning by July 1, 2027. This bill lets investors get federal tax breaks for funding ship and boat building and repairing businesses located in up to 100 new maritime prosperity zones, giving those builders a new source of investment capital after 2026.

Where it stands

HR9911 is currently referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means as of July 23, 2026. No upcoming meetings are scheduled in the available calendar data.

American Shipyard Investment Act of 2026

Nathaniel Moran (Republican) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

This proposal would create a 25 percent tax credit for companies that build or upgrade shipyard facilities in the United States, increasing the credit to 35 percent for facilities located in designated opportunity zones. The credit applies to property placed in service through the end of 2033 and allows companies to receive the credit as a direct cash payment or sell it to other taxpayers. This bill gives shipbuilders and makers of critical vessel components and shipyard equipment a 25 percent tax credit, rising to 35 percent in opportunity zones, for building or upgrading US shipyard facilities through 2033, payable in cash or sellable.

Where it stands

The American Shipyard Investment Act of 2026 was referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means on July 23, 2026, and is currently in the committee stage. No hearings, markups, or future meetings are scheduled in the available calendar data.

RAAM Act

Mike Crapo (Republican) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

The bill repeals federal corporate average fuel economy standards for automobiles beginning with the 2029 model year. It also prohibits states from adopting or enforcing laws that require compliance with fuel economy standards for vehicles sold in interstate commerce. This bill directly benefits vehicle manufacturers by repealing federal fuel economy standards starting with the 2029 model year and barring states from enforcing their own fuel economy rules, freeing automakers from fleet-wide efficiency mandates.

Where it stands

S5092 was read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation on July 22, 2026. The bill is currently in the committee stage where the chair controls whether a markup is scheduled.

A joint resolution directing the Federal Trade Commission to investigate and report on anticompetitive practices and violations of the antitrust laws in the fire truck manufacturing industry.

Elizabeth Warren (Democrat) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

This resolution directs the Federal Trade Commission to investigate and report on anticompetitive practices and antitrust violations within the fire truck manufacturing industry. The agency must submit its findings and recommendations to congressional committees within one year of the resolution's adoption. This bill puts fire truck manufacturers, which are vehicle builders in this industry, under a federal antitrust investigation of their pricing, acquisitions, and market power, with required reporting and possible new enforcement or regulation.

Where it stands

The joint resolution was read twice and referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary on July 21, 2026. This places the measure in the committee stage, where the Judiciary Committee holds control over whether to schedule a hearing or markup.

Autocycle Safety Act

John R. Moolenaar (Republican) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

The bill defines autocycles as three-wheeled vehicles with enclosed cabins and steering wheels, subjecting them to specific federal safety standards. It requires these vehicles to meet certain passenger car and motorcycle safety rules immediately and directs the Secretary of Transportation to issue final regulations for them within three years. This bill directly regulates autocycle manufacturers in the vehicle industry by requiring their three-wheeled enclosed vehicles to meet specific passenger car safety standards, including steering wheel air bags, anti-lock brakes, and electronic stability control, while final rules are written.

Where it stands

The Autocycle Safety Act was referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce on July 15, 2026. No upcoming meetings are scheduled in the current calendar data.

GAP Act

Pat Harrigan (Republican) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

The bill mandates national security reviews for foreign adversary investments in U.S. general aviation entities and presumes prohibition of such acquisitions. It restricts federal financial assistance to foreign-controlled aviation entities and requires reviews for potential new export controls on specific aviation technologies. This bill burdens aerospace manufacturers of general aviation aircraft engines, propellers, airframes, avionics, and helicopters with mandatory reviews of foreign acquisitions, supply chain audits, export control reviews, ownership disclosures, and loss of federal funds if foreign-controlled.

Where it stands

The GAP Act is active and was referred on July 15, 2026 to six committees: Financial Services, Foreign Affairs, Energy and Commerce, Transportation and Infrastructure, Oversight and Government Reform, and Small Business. The record does not establish a primary panel, so every listed committee chair acts as a gatekeeper for provisions within their jurisdiction.

DEF Act

Julie Fedorchak (Republican) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

The bill establishes a ten-year safe harbor and regulatory freeze preventing the EPA from enforcing standards stricter than current levels for on-road and non-road diesel vehicles and engines, provided manufacturers adhere to specific guidance on diesel exhaust fluid monitoring and inducement strategies. It also requires that any future emission standards replacing the current ones take effect no earlier than five years after promulgation, apply for at least three model years, and include mandatory considerations of operational costs and resale value impacts. This bill gives vehicle, engine, and equipment makers a ten-year freeze on stricter EPA diesel emission standards plus a safe harbor from enforcement for following EPA guidance on diesel exhaust fluid monitoring and inducement strategies.

Where it stands

HR9618 was referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce on July 9, 2026 and forwarded by voice vote from a subcommittee to the full committee on July 14, 2026. The measure has not yet been ordered reported by the full committee.

Next Generation Shipping Act

Nanette Diaz Barragán (Democrat) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

This bill authorizes $1 billion annually from fiscal years 2027 through 2036 for a Department of Transportation program to provide grants and loans for zero-emission vessels and related infrastructure. It establishes an advisory committee to guide these efforts and prohibits the use of funds for automated vessels or cargo handling systems. This bill gives shipbuilders and vessel parts suppliers access to $1 billion a year in federal grants and loans for zero-emission vessels, while barring that funding from covering automated vessels or cargo systems.

Where it stands

The Next Generation Shipping Act was referred on June 25, 2026, to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology and the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Both committees are active referral points as the source does not establish one as primary.

End EPA Abuse Act of 2026

Andrew S. Clyde (Republican) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

The bill would prohibit the Environmental Protection Agency from issuing regulations that restrict internal combustion engine vehicles, force fuel switching at power plants, or reduce electric grid reliability. It also bars the agency from mandating the use of technologies that are commercially unavailable, cost-prohibitive, or technically infeasible for regulated entities. This bill bars the EPA from issuing rules that restrict the sale or use of internal combustion engine vehicles or engines, so vehicle and engine manufacturers can keep producing and selling them without new federal limits.

Where it stands

HR9453 was referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce on June 25, 2026, and no upcoming meetings are scheduled. The bill remains in the committee stage where the chair controls the decision to notice a hearing or markup.

American Drone Manufacturing Dominance Act of 2026

Pat Harrigan (Republican) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

The bill conditions federal grants on law enforcement agencies ceasing the purchase and use of drones from certain foreign countries by 2031. It authorizes $1.5 billion from tariff revenues to fund drone buybacks, secure replacements, and domestic manufacturing facilities. This bill gives US drone manufacturers and their parts suppliers $1.2 billion in grants to expand factories, while barring law enforcement from buying foreign-made drones, shifting federal purchases to American-made systems by 2031.

Where it stands

HR9430 is in the committee stage following a June 24, 2026, multiple referral to the House Committee on the Judiciary and the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, where the chairs of both panels act as gatekeepers for their respective jurisdictions.

STOP Frontovers Act of 2026

Richard Blumenthal (Democrat) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

The bill requires the Secretary of Transportation to create a federal safety standard that mandates vehicles detect pedestrians, cyclists, and other obstacles in blind spots and automatically intervene to prevent low-speed collisions. It also directs the addition of specific frontover and backover data categories to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's surveillance system within 30 days of enactment. This bill requires motor vehicle manufacturers to equip all new passenger vehicles sold in the United States with blind spot detection and automatic braking systems, while parts suppliers must build the sensors and safety components those systems need.

Where it stands

S4936 was read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation on June 24, 2026. The bill is currently in the committee stage with no meetings scheduled.

Gas Money Saved Act

Edward J. Markey (Democrat) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

The bill requires the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to initiate a reevaluation of fuel economy standards if gasoline prices rise at least five times faster than inflation over a period of 180 days or longer. It also restores civil penalties for non-compliance by setting the fine at $25 per standard for one violation category and $50 per standard for another. This bill directly affects vehicle manufacturers by triggering a reevaluation of corporate average fuel economy standards when gasoline prices spike and restoring civil fines of $25 and $50 per standard for non-compliance.

Where it stands

S4908 was read twice and referred to the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation on June 24, 2026. The measure remains in committee with no hearings or markups currently scheduled.

Next Generation Shipping Act

Chris Van Hollen (Democrat) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

The bill establishes a program to provide grants, low-interest loans, and loan guarantees to support the development and deployment of zero-emission vessels and associated infrastructure. It authorizes $1 billion annually for fiscal years 2027 through 2036 to fund these projects while prohibiting the use of funds for automated vessel or cargo handling systems. This bill gives ship and boat builders direct access to grants, low-interest loans, and loan guarantees to develop and build zero-emission vessels, funded at $1 billion annually from 2027 through 2036.

Where it stands

The bill was read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation on June 24, 2026, where it currently awaits action.

Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act

Ted Budd (Republican) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

The bill would direct the FAA to issue, within two years, a final rule creating a noise-based certification standard for civil supersonic aircraft, with takeoff and landing noise limits no stricter than those required for subsonic aircraft currently in operation. It would also require the agency to set up processes for periodically updating that standard and its noise rules to reflect advances in noise-reduction technology, research on sonic booms, and changes in domestic and international regulations. This bill directs the FAA to create a noise certification standard for civil supersonic aircraft, giving aerospace manufacturers a defined path to certify and build supersonic planes while requiring them to meet the standard and future noise rule updates.

Where it stands

The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation ordered S. 1759 reported favorably with an amendment in the nature of a substitute at its markup on July 22, 2026, the committee's report-out action; no written report or calendar placement is in the record, and a CBO cost estimate dated August 31, 2026 is on the record.

Pedestrian Protection Act

Mary Gay Scanlon (Democrat) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

The bill would direct the Transportation Secretary to start writing new motor vehicle safety rules within 3 years aimed at protecting pedestrians, bicyclists, and other vulnerable road users by considering vehicle hood, bumper, and windshield design, vehicle height, and vehicle weight, with final rules due 2 years later and full manufacturer compliance required within 2 years after that. It would also direct the Secretary to begin a separate rulemaking on minimum visibility standards within 4 years, with a final rule due 2 years after that, and require publication of comparative consumer ratings of pedestrian safety technology and driver visibility, along with a report to Congress within 5 years on implementing a driver visibility rating system. This bill directly burdens motor vehicle manufacturers with new federal safety standards covering hood, bumper, windshield, height, weight, and visibility features, plus performance testing and published comparative ratings for pedestrian and cyclist protection.

Where it stands

HR9297 was referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce on June 11, 2026 and sits at the start of the committee stage, with no markup noticed and no upcoming meetings in the calendar data.

Prioritizing Warfighters in Defense Contracting Act

Tim Burchett (Republican) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

The bill would let the Secretary of Defense add terms to Defense Department contracts worth $100 million or more that bar a contractor from buying back its own stock, paying shareholder dividends, or paying any executive more than $5 million a year if the contractor misses deadlines or budgets, produces too slowly, or fails to maintain or modernize its equipment. These restrictions would apply only to contracts entered into after the bill is signed into law. This bill lets the Defense Department add contract terms barring aerospace and shipbuilding contractors worth over one hundred million dollars from stock buybacks, dividends, and executive pay above five million dollars when they miss deadlines or exceed budgets.

Where it stands

HR 9215 was referred to the House Committee on Armed Services on June 9, 2026 and sits at the referred stage, with no committee meetings on our calendar. Under House procedure, the Armed Services chair alone decides whether a hearing or a markup is ever noticed, and no such notice appears in the record.

Protecting America from Chinese Cars Act of 2026

Elissa Slotkin (Democrat) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

The bill would bar connected vehicles from entering the United States if they come from or are designed in China, Russia, North Korea, or Iran, or if their manufacturer is more than 15 percent owned or controlled by entities from those countries, subject to a narrow exception for test and evaluation vehicles and an authorization process for vehicles cleared as posing no national security risk. The prohibition would take effect 30 days after implementing regulations are published, and the Customs Commissioner would have 90 days after enactment to issue those regulations and a public list of covered vehicles. This bill bans vehicle manufacturers and importers from bringing connected vehicles made in or designed by China, North Korea, Russia, or Iran into the United States, with Customs-granted exceptions for tested vehicles after a risk assessment and 60-day congressional review.

Where it stands

S4710 was read twice and referred to the Senate Committee on Finance on June 9, 2026, and it sits there now with no committee meetings on the calendar. In this chamber the committee chair decides whether anything happens at all, and committees need not act on referred bills.

Powering the Future of American Space Dominance Act

Mike Kennedy (Republican) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

The bill would require NASA to update its plans for developing and demonstrating space nuclear propulsion and power systems, report lessons learned from a failed nuclear rocket demonstration program, and assess liability protections for commercial partners working with nuclear systems in space. It would also direct NASA to forecast lunar surface power demand, study the feasibility of using power purchase agreements, and potentially award contracts to at least two private companies using different energy technologies to deliver power on the Moon, with authority ending October 1, 2030. This bill lets aerospace product and parts manufacturers compete for NASA contracts to deliver power systems on the Moon and could gain proposed liability protections for supporting space nuclear activities.

Where it stands

HR 9193 was referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology on June 8, 2026, and no further action is recorded. It sits at the earliest committee stage, where it can receive a hearing, go to a markup, or simply languish with no announcement.

Protecting America from Chinese Cars Act of 2026

Haley M. Stevens (Democrat) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

This bill prohibits the importation of connected vehicles associated with China, Russia, North Korea, or Iran, defined by country of origin, design, or significant foreign ownership. It provides exceptions for testing by independent US entities and establishes a government process to authorize imports that pose no national security risk. This bill bans import of connected vehicles made by or linked to China, Russia, North Korea, or Iran, cutting off US market access for those automakers while exempting vehicles imported solely for independent testing.

Where it stands

HR9162 is active in the House committee stage, having been referred to the Committee on Ways and Means and the Committee on Homeland Security on June 4, 2026, with the latter's jurisdiction assigned to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement on July 7, 2026. No hearings or markups have occurred, and no upcoming meetings are scheduled.

Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act

Troy E. Nehls (Republican) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

This bill directs the Federal Aviation Administration to issue regulations permitting civil aircraft to fly at supersonic speeds within national airspace, provided the aircraft does not produce a sonic boom that reaches the ground. It also requires the FAA to establish noise standards for these aircraft that match current subsonic levels by April 2027. This bill directs the FAA to allow civil supersonic flight over land without a sonic boom reaching the ground and sets noise standards by 2027, opening a new market for aerospace manufacturers building these aircraft.

Where it stands

The House passed the Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act by voice vote on March 24, 2026, and the bill is now pending in the Senate. It was received in the Senate on March 25, 2026, and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

Motor Vehicle Flammability Standards Study Act of 2026

H. Morgan Griffith (Republican) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

This act would direct the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to study flammability hazards and chemical exposure risks in motor vehicle interiors and evaluate current safety standards. The agency must submit a report with recommendations within 30 months of the bill becoming law. This bill directs NHTSA to study the chemicals, materials, and technologies vehicle manufacturers use to meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 302 on interior flammability, with the report's recommendations potentially driving new compliance and redesign costs.

Where it stands

HR 8444 was referred on April 22, 2026, to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. The source does not establish a primary panel, so both committee chairs act as gatekeepers for the bill's progress.

Railway Safety Act of 2026

Christopher R. Deluzio (Democrat) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

The bill would mandate two-person crews for most Class I freight trains, require faster tank car safety upgrades, and increase civil penalties for safety violations. It also establishes a new annual registration fee for hazardous material shippers and creates an emergency fund to reimburse local responders after major incidents. This bill boosts tank car manufacturers and retrofit providers by requiring railroads to upgrade to DOT-117 compliant cars, while raising costs for rail operators through two-person crew rules, higher penalties, and hazardous material registration fees.

Where it stands

HR7748 is currently blocked in the committee stage after being referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology on March 2, 2026, with the former referring it to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials on March 3, 2026. No markup or hearing is scheduled, and no primary committee designation is established.

SECURES Act of 2026

Josh Gottheimer (Democrat) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

The bill requires the Secretary of Transportation to publish a notice of proposed rulemaking for new federal standards requiring seat belts on all new school buses within 180 days of enactment. The rulemaking process must consider the safety benefits of lap and shoulder belts, existing state requirements, and innovative technologies for belt detection and reminders. This bill directs new federal seat belt standards for all new school buses, so school bus manufacturers and their parts suppliers must redesign vehicles to meet the rules, facing compliance costs and possible production delays.

Where it stands

The SECURES Act of 2026 is at the committee stage, having been referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on February 9, 2026, and to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit on February 10, 2026. The subcommittee chair controls whether a hearing or markup is scheduled, though leadership may bypass committee action through suspension or a special rule.

Fishing Vessel Financing Improvement Act of 2026

Nicholas J. Begich III (Republican) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

The bill would expand the Maritime Administration's federal loan guarantee program for fishing vessels to cover used fishing vessels, allowing guaranteed obligations of up to 87.5 percent of a used vessel's actual or depreciated cost, and it would make seafood industry and trade purposes eligible uses of the financing. For two years after enactment, used fishing vessels longer than 79 feet that were built and documented after January 1, 2021 would qualify for guarantees without needing to be reconstructed or repaired, while guarantees for fishing or seafood-trade vessels could only be made with funds appropriated on or after enactment of the FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act and could be denied if the Secretary determines they conflict with conserving fisheries resources under the Magnuson-Stevens Act. This bill lets shipyards sell recently built fishing vessels over 79 feet into a two-year fast lane for federal loan guarantees, and gives buyers of used fishing vessels and seafood-trade operators guaranteed financing up to 87.5 percent of cost.

Where it stands

HR7350 was referred to the House Committee on Armed Services on February 4, 2026 and has had no further action since. The chair decides whether a hearing or markup is ever noticed, though leadership, suspension, a special rule, or discharge could provide other paths.

Freight RAILCAR Act of 2025

Jim Banks (Republican) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

This bill would create a tax credit equal to 10 percent of the cost for freight rail companies to replace old railcars with new ones or modernize existing units that meet specific performance standards. The credit is available for three years after enactment and is capped at 1,000 qualified railcars per taxpayer annually. This bill offers rail companies a 10 percent tax credit for buying new or modernized freight railcars, boosting demand for rolling stock manufacturers and their parts suppliers in this industry.

Where it stands

S2758 was read twice and referred to the Senate Committee on Finance on September 10, 2025, placing it in the initial committee stage where no hearings or markup notices are currently recorded. The bill remains stalled in this referral phase with no upcoming meetings scheduled in the available calendar data.

Open America's Waters Act

Tom McClintock (Republican) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

This bill repeals federal restrictions requiring vessels in domestic trade to be built, crewed, and registered in the United States. It allows foreign-flagged ships to transport goods between US ports if they meet safety standards set by the Coast Guard within 90 days of enactment. This bill repeals the US build requirement for domestic shipping, exposing US shipyards and boat builders to foreign-built competitors and shrinking their protected market for coastwise vessels.

Where it stands

HR 3940 was referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on June 12, 2025, and to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation on June 13, 2025. The measure is currently stalled in the subcommittee with no scheduled meetings, where the chair controls whether a markup is noticed.

Water Resources Development Act of 2026

Shelley Moore Capito (Republican) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

This bill, the Water Resources Development Act of 2026, would authorize and modify a wide range of Army Corps of Engineers water projects, including navigation, flood risk management, ecosystem restoration, shoreline protection, and fish and wildlife habitat work, while directing the Corps to run studies, briefings, and faster review processes for many of them. It would also pour major federal funding into water infrastructure nationwide, including billions for clean water and drinking water state revolving funds, environmental infrastructure projects in many states, the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, harmful algal bloom and Puget Sound programs, and new grants for digital water technology, point-of-use filtration, and water sector cybersecurity and workforce efforts. This bill directs the Army Corps of Engineers to brief on contracting with private shipbuilders to design and procure dredging vessels, opening new federal procurement opportunities for marine and boat building firms.

Where it stands

S. 4949 was reported by the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works at its July 15, 2026 markup and was placed the same day on the Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders as Calendar No. 457. The bill carries no written report, which is normal in the Senate, and the calendar placement does not itself put the bill on the floor schedule.

Allied Defense Sales Act

Ryan K. Zinke (Republican) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

The State Department must implement a strategy within 180 days to encourage foreign partners to buy U.S. defense equipment through multinational procurement processes. The department must also submit reports every 180 days for three years detailing progress, challenges, and potential legislative changes. This bill directs the State Department to promote foreign purchases of U.S. defense equipment, benefiting aerospace and defense manufacturers with faster export licenses and coordinated multinational sales.

Where it stands

The Allied Defense Sales Act passed the House on June 8, 2026, and was received in the Senate on June 9, 2026, where it is currently pending in the Committee on Foreign Relations.

Clean School Bus Reauthorization Act

Jahana Hayes (Democrat) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

The bill would extend the Clean School Bus Program, which is already in law, by reauthorizing it for the new years 2027 through 2031 instead of ending in 2026, keeping federal grants flowing so school districts can replace older school buses with cleaner ones. No new program, funding amount, or requirement is created, and the text simply continues the existing program for five more years. This bill extends the Clean School Bus Program through 2031, giving bus manufacturers continued federal grant-funded demand for clean school buses while dealers of conventional diesel buses face shrinking replacement sales.

Where it stands

HR10782, the Clean School Bus Reauthorization Act, was referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce on October 9, 2026. The committee now holds the bill, and its chair will decide whether any hearing or markup is ever noticed.

National Institutes of Clean Energy Act of 2026

Jared Huffman (Democrat) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

The bill would create a new federal agency within the Department of Energy, the National Institutes of Clean Energy, by no later than January 1, 2030, to fund clean energy and climate research, demonstration projects (such as microgrids, energy storage, electric vehicles, and technologies for hard-to-decarbonize sectors like aviation and shipping), and studies of energy production impacts on frontline communities and workers. It authorizes $400,000,000,000 in appropriations for fiscal years 2027 through 2036 to establish and run the new agency, with priority given to research done at public universities, land-grant colleges, and minority-serving institutions and in areas hit hardest by job losses. This bill creates a federal agency funding demonstration projects including electric vehicles and decarbonization technologies for aviation and shipping, giving vehicle, engine, and ship builders an indirect new source of federal research support for their product lines.

Where it stands

HR 10674 was referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology on October 1, 2026. It has not been noticed for a hearing or a markup, and no meetings appear in the calendar data.

To prioritize the finalization of design requirements for new Ready Reserve Force vessels, and for other purposes.

Mark B. Messmer (Republican) · Sponsor of record · Official record ↗

What it does

The bill would direct the Secretary of the Navy and the Maritime Administration to make finishing the design requirements for new Ready Reserve Force vessels a priority, and it would require them to brief congressional defense committees within 180 days on the roll-on, roll-off vessel design, the plan for a vessel construction manager program, the funding profile for the authorized 10-ship newbuild program, and how the newbuild and used-vessel procurement programs would run in parallel. This bill prioritizes finalizing design requirements for Ready Reserve Force ships and requires briefings on shipyard selection and a 10-ship newbuild program, moving toward contracts for US shipbuilders and ship design and construction management firms.

Where it stands

HR10577 was referred to the House Committee on Armed Services on September 24, 2026 and now sits at the committee stage, where the committee may hold a hearing on the bill. A hearing is not required before a markup, and either step happens only if the chair chooses to schedule it.