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OH HR47

Resolution

Status

Introduced

4/22/2021

Primary Sponsor

Joseph Miller

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Origin

House of Representatives

134th General Assembly (2021-2022)

AI Summary

  • Expresses concern with the U.S. Postal Service's February 23, 2021 contract to purchase up to 165,000 vehicles over 10 years with up to $482,000,000 in initial investments, noting only 10% will be electric while 90% will be gas-powered.

  • Urges the Postal Service to freeze the contract pending expedited review to ensure compliance with President Biden's Executive Order 14008 on climate change and the Paris Climate Accord.

  • Supports development of a modern replacement fleet that meets national climate goals, protects supply chains, and advances domestic green vehicle manufacturing.

  • Urges fair consideration for purchasing electric trucks from Lordstown Motors, manufactured in Ohio.

  • Directs the House Clerk to send copies of the resolution to the President, Ohio Congressional delegation, and Ohio news media.

Legislative Description

Express support for replacement fleet of Postal Service vehicles.

Last Action

Introduced and Referred to Committee: Transportation and Public Safety

4/22/2021

Committee Referrals

Transportation and Public Safety4/22/2021

Full Bill Text

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