Gradual Emissions Standards Adjustment of 2016
Rationale
Gradual emissions limits help automakers adapt, reducing costs for consumers while still improving public health and air quality over time.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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Vehicle Emissions StandardsProposer
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
Marie Möller
Chancellor · Age 50
Once a fiery student union leader turned academic, Marie Möller left a prestigious university post to challenge the political establishment with her radical vision and electrifying speeches.
Timeline
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Draft5 November 2016
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Vote Open5 November 2016
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Vote Closed4 January 2017
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Became Law4 January 2017
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
Bundesrat
PassedFor: 43 / 69 seats (62.3%)
Against: 7 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 19
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative Democratic Reform | 6 | Yes | No reason given |
| Civic Coalition | 13 | Yes | No reason given |
| Labour Movement | 7 | No | No reason given |
| Liberal Nationalist Coalition | 4 | Yes | No reason given |
| Liberal Union Proposer | 11 | Yes | No reason given |
| The Christian Democrats | 9 | Yes | No reason given |
Bundestag
PassedFor: 472 / 650 seats (72.6%)
Against: 93 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 85
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative Democratic Reform | 68 | Yes | No reason given |
| Civic Coalition | 175 | Yes | No reason given |
| Labour Movement | 93 | No | No reason given |
| Liberal Nationalist Coalition | 120 | Yes | No reason given |
| Liberal Union Proposer | 86 | Yes | No reason given |
| The Christian Democrats | 23 | Yes | No reason given |