Haley Stevens (D-MI)
Shifting Forward Vehicle Technologies Research and Development Act
A Democratic bill with 1 Democratic cosponsor · See the cosponsor
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The Shifting Forward Vehicle Technologies Research and Development Act aims to support research, development, and demonstration of innovative vehicle technologies. It directs the Secretary of Energy to oversee programs focused on advanced vehicle technologies, including electric drivetrains, battery systems, and alternative fuels. The bill includes specific provisions for nonroad transportation sectors like aviation, rail, and maritime. It also establishes programs for medium- and heavy-duty commercial and transit vehicles, as well as vehicle energy storage safety. Additionally, the Act creates a program for graduate automotive technology education centers and provides technical assistance to various levels of government.
Yes· 3 of 18
- Scored +8
Does this put more money into scientific research?
The bill authorizes significant multi-year appropriations for research and development in vehicle technologies.
- Scored +7
Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?
The bill directs research toward reducing or eliminating greenhouse gas emissions from vehicle manufacture and use.
- Scored +6
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?
The bill mandates that research grants for education centers include participation from Historically Black Colleges, minority-serving institutions, or Tribal Colleges.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Reduced Vehicle Costs: The program aims to reduce the cost of vehicle manufacturing and ownership through research into more efficient materials and processes (Section 4(a)).
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Environmental Protection: Research is directed toward substantially reducing or eliminating greenhouse gas emissions from the manufacture and use of vehicles (Section 4(a)).
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Enhanced Safety: The bill supports a program to research vehicle energy storage safety and reliability, including the mitigation of cell and system failures (Section 6(b)).
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Job Skills and Education: The establishment of Graduate Automotive Technology Education Centers of Research Excellence aims to provide future generations of engineers and scientists with specialized knowledge (Section 10(a)).
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Support for Underserved Institutions: Grant provisions ensure that two or more entities representing Historically Black Colleges or Universities, minority-serving institutions, or Tribal Colleges or Universities are primary awardees or consortium members (Section 10(d)).
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Infrastructure Development: The bill includes provisions for researching and developing refueling and charging infrastructure, specifically considering the needs of urban and rural areas (Section 4(b)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Cybersecurity and Physical Risks: The bill acknowledges the existence of emergent cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities to the United States on-road transportation system and connected infrastructure (Section 5(b)).
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Energy Storage Failures: The need for research into vehicle energy storage safety implies a risk of safety and reliability incidents associated with these systems (Section 6(a)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would Black Americans be better off under this? — The bill provides grant opportunities that include Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Would Native Americans be better off under this? — The bill provides grant opportunities that include Tribal Colleges and Universities. Would students be better off under this? — The bill creates specialized graduate education centers for future engineers and scientists. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The bill aims to reduce the cost of vehicle manufacturing and ownership through technology innovation. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — The bill explicitly considers the needs of rural areas regarding charging and refueling infrastructure. Would people in cities be better off under this? — The bill explicitly considers the needs of urban areas regarding charging and refueling infrastructure.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change? — The bill directs research toward reducing or eliminating greenhouse gas emissions from vehicle manufacture and use. Does this put more money into wind, solar and other renewable power? — The bill supports research into electric drivetrains, battery systems, and alternative fuels. Does this improve buses, trains and other public transport? — The bill includes specific research for medium- and heavy-duty transit vehicles. Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — The bill focuses on developing sustainable materials and reducing pollution in nonroad transportation sectors. Does this invest in rural communities? — The bill directs consideration for the unique refueling and charging infrastructure needs of rural areas.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into scientific research? — The bill authorizes significant multi-year appropriations for research and development in vehicle technologies. Does this put more money into public schools? — The bill funds Graduate Automotive Technology Education Centers of Research Excellence at institutions of higher education.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to create jobs? — The bill funds research and development programs that support the growth of advanced vehicle manufacturing and technology sectors. Does this make it easier to run a small business? — The bill promotes technological advancements that could lower manufacturing and ownership costs for businesses.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The bill mandates that research grants for education centers include participation from Historically Black Colleges, minority-serving institutions, or Tribal Colleges.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this better protect the country from computer attacks? — The bill establishes a research program specifically focused on the cybersecurity of vehicle and grid interconnections.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The bill requires periodic reports to Congress regarding the status and progress of the programs.
- 4/28/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
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