United States 119th Congress Status: In Committee 2 D cosponsors

HR 8609 — Vehicle Innovation Act of 2026

Last action — Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

  1. ✓
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill is in committee in the House. Introduced April 30, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee vote, then a floor vote in the House.

Odds of enactment

Low chance

Based on the sponsor, cosponsors, and committee posture, this bill has a low chance of becoming law.

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Prognosis

Stalled 18% · moderate confidence

  • In Committee

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 2 sponsors

    1 primary, 1 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Single-party support

    Sponsorship is currently within one party (2 D).

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In plain language

The Vehicle Innovation Act of 2026 supports research and development of advanced vehicle technologies.

This bill aims to enhance vehicle technology in the U.S. by funding research and development to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. It authorizes substantial appropriations for various fiscal years to support these objectives.

What this means for you
  • Environment: This bill promotes research aimed at reducing vehicle emissions, impacting environmental sustainability.

Bill Text

Action History

  1. Introduced in House

  2. Introduced in House

  3. Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

  4. Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 1 co-sponsors · 545 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (1)

Not signed on (545)

545 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Subjects

transportation technology
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Frequently asked questions

Who sponsors HR 8609?
HR 8609 is sponsored by Stevens, Haley M. (Democratic) and Dingell, Debbie (Democratic).
What is the current status of HR 8609?
This bill is in committee in the House. Introduced April 30, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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