Congressman Pat Harrigan Votes to Block California’s Truck Mandates

April 30, 2025 Press Release Contact: Lexi Kranich (814) 380-4408 WASHINGTON, D.C.— Today, Congressman Pat Harrigan (NC-10) voted to pass H.J. Res. 87 , a resolution to block the Biden Environmental Protection Agency’s waiver allowing California to impose extreme new emissions mandates on heavy-duty trucks. This action defends American truckers, protects supply chains, and pushes back against California’s overreach. "California’s radical regulations should not be allowed to dictate the future of American transportation. This resolution is about protecting jobs, keeping costs down for families, and standing up for common sense. Washington should not be a rubber stamp for California’s bad ideas," said Congressman Harrigan. H.J. Res. 87 nullifies an EPA decision granting California a special waiver to force electric truck mandates and aggressive emissions rules nationwide. Without congressional action, these mandates would drive up costs for truckers, crush small businesses, and threaten the reliability of America’s freight and logistics systems. Congressman Harrigan remains committed to defending American industry, pushing back against regulatory overreach, and ensuring federal policy works for every American — not just California’s political class. He urges the Senate to swiftly approve this resolution and put the brakes on reckless, one-size-fits-all mandates. Issues : Energy Independence and Security