Pontiac Times

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) and other members of the House came together today in a joint press conference to express their concerns regarding the implementation of the EPA's proposed electric vehicle (EV) mandate. The rule, if enacted, would require that more than two-thirds of all vehicles sold in the United States be electric by 2032.

During the press conference, Rep. Lisa McClain voiced her opposition to the mandate, stating, "Mandating American automakers to produce EVs when the market is not ready for it is ridiculous, and the impact on our economic future will be devastating. This draconian mandate coming from the Biden administration is just plain dumb."

One of the primary concerns raised by Rep. McClain and her colleagues is the potential reliance on the Chinese battery industry that could result from the EV mandate. McClain warned, "Not only would this move strip American consumers of their choice in the market, but it would make Americans rely upon the Chinese battery industry, further empowering the CCP."

The lawmakers argue that at a time when China is actively seeking to overtake the United States on the global stage, it would be detrimental to provide them with such a manufacturing advantage. They believe that the EPA should not have the authority to force electric vehicles onto the nation, as it could lead to the decline of the combustion engine and its associated industries.

Rep. McClain emphasized the importance of consumer choice in the American market and expressed her concerns about giving China control over the auto industry. She stated, "America is a nation where consumer choice must remain free, and our government should never give China a golden ticket to have a controlling stake in our auto industry."

The opposition to the EPA's electric vehicle mandate is gaining momentum, with lawmakers from various states joining forces to limit the funds available for its implementation. They argue that the market should dictate the demand for electric vehicles, rather than a government mandate.

As the debate continues, it remains to be seen whether Congress will take action to restrict the EPA's authority in this matter. The concerns raised by Rep. McClain and her colleagues highlight the complex issues surrounding the promotion of electric vehicles in the United States and the potential consequences of such a mandate.

To watch the full press conference, click [here](link to the press conference).

To learn more, click on this link: https://mcclain.house.gov/2023/12/rejecting-the-epa-s-ev-mandate