S-432 : Still Just a Bill

Fostering and Realizing Electrification by Encouraging Zero Emission Refrigeration Trucks Act of 2021 or the FREEZER Trucks Act of 2021

This bill requires the Environmental Protection Agency to establish a pilot program to award grants, rebates, or low-cost revolving loans for electrifying or retiring diesel-powered transport refrigeration units in certain heavy-duty vehicles (e.g., commercial trucks).

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2021-02-24IntroReferralRead twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.Senate
2021-02-24IntroReferralIntroduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

Sponsor :

Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
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Policy Area :

Environmental Protection
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  • Air quality
  • Climate change and greenhouse gases
  • Congressional oversight
  • Electric power generation and transmission
  • Environmental health
  • Food industry and services
  • Government information and archives
  • Government lending and loan guarantees
  • Health facilities and institutions
  • Hybrid, electric, and advanced technology vehicles
  • Lighting, heating, cooling
  • Motor carriers
  • Transportation programs funding
  • Urban and suburban affairs and development

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