H.R. 6948 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026
To amend title 49, United States Code, to require each new electric and hybrid vehicle to be equipped with technology that allows the timely extinguishment of an electric vehicle battery fire, and for other purposes.
H.R. 6948 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) was introduced on Jan 6, 2026, sponsored by George Latimer with 1 co-sponsors.
During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Jan 6, 2026
- Co-sponsors
- 1
- Policy area
- Energy
Sponsor
George Latimer (D-NY). Co-sponsors: 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 6, 2026
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. (Jan 6, 2026)
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