The Engine Technology Forum has expressed gratitude towards Congresswoman Doris Matsui and other representatives for introducing HR 2140, legislation that reauthorizes the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA). This program, considered one of the most successful and bipartisan in the federal government, has upgraded over 74,000 heavy-duty vehicles and saved more than 520 million gallons of fuel.
The DERA program has funded projects in various sectors such as school buses, freight/trucking, construction, ports, and agriculture, among others. It has been instrumental in transitioning to newer and more advanced technologies like diesel, natural gas, and propane. Through significant non-federal matching funds, every $1 in federal assistance has been met with $3 in matching funds, generating economic and health benefits.
Since its last reauthorization in 2020, DERA has funded projects that include diesel vehicle and engine replacements, electric vehicle projects, and alternative fuel vehicle replacements. The program also addresses off-road engines and equipment, benefiting every state and reducing emissions of particulate matter and oxides of nitrogen.
The DERA program has translated into approximately $8 billion in health benefits and a return of over $10 for every $1 of investment. With a track record of reducing emissions and supporting various industries, the reauthorization of the program is critical for continuing to improve air quality, promote economic growth, and enhance public health nationwide.
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