Energy And Emissions Deregulation Act of 2015
Rationale
These changes reduce regulatory burdens, lower energy costs for families, and support economic growth by allowing market-driven energy and vehicle choices.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
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| 1 | Vehicle Emissions Standards |
Strict emissions standards with immediate enforcement and heavy fines
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Emissions limits with gradual phase-in for new vehicles
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| 2 | Renewable Energy Mandates |
Nuclear-only energy policy (all fossil and renewable phased out for nuclear)
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No energy regulation (any fuel source permitted; no environmental standards)
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Vehicle Emissions Standards2
Renewable Energy MandatesProposer
Party
Liberal Union
The centre right Liberal Union champions free minds and bold markets where national pride meets personal liberty and enterprise flourishes, a party that fights for the preservation of civil and economic liberties and the nation we call home.
Core pillars
Heidi Weiß
Activist · Age 65
A former corporate communications director turned political strategist, Heidi Weiß has spent decades shaping narratives in boardrooms and on airwaves, ensuring every message resonates with both voters and the influential elite.
Timeline
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Draft9 August 2015
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Vote Open9 August 2015
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Vote Closed8 October 2015
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Did Not Become Law8 October 2015
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
Bundesrat
FailedFor: 16 / 69 seats (23.2%)
Against: 21 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 32
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative Democratic Reform | 0 | No | No reason given |
| Civic Coalition | 15 | No | No reason given |
| Liberal Union Proposer | 14 | Yes | No reason given |
| National Humanist Movement | 6 | No | No reason given |
| The Christian Democrats | 2 | Yes | No reason given |
Bundestag
FailedFor: 171 / 650 seats (26.3%)
Against: 429 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 50
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative Democratic Reform | 126 | No | No reason given |
| Civic Coalition | 264 | No | No reason given |
| Liberal Union Proposer | 124 | Yes | No reason given |
| National Humanist Movement | 39 | No | No reason given |
| The Christian Democrats | 47 | Yes | No reason given |