Central ND News

The Biden administration's Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recently finalized new regulations that mandate the transition from light and medium-duty vehicles with internal combustion engines to battery-powered electric vehicles (EV). This move has sparked criticism from U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND), who denounced the rule as burdensome and restrictive.

Senator Cramer expressed his concerns, stating, "The Biden administration’s climate crusade continues in its quest to regulate liquid fuels out of existence. The President’s EV fantasy directly conflicts with Americans' reality." Cramer highlighted the practical challenges faced by Americans, particularly in North Dakota, where EVs may not be suitable due to issues like winter performance, range limitations, and infrastructure concerns.

He further criticized the policy as federal overreach, describing it as "madness" and "federal foolishness being forced on Americans." Cramer called for an end to what he perceives as unnecessary and impractical regulations that could place undue burdens on consumers and the automotive industry.

The EPA's new regulations mark a significant shift towards promoting electric vehicles as part of the administration's efforts to combat climate change. However, the move has faced pushback from critics like Senator Cramer, who argue that such policies may not align with the practical needs and preferences of the American people.