Update:
Just got this response from my Senator.
"February 19, 2017
Dear Terry,
Thank you for contacting me about motorsports and the Clean Air Act. I appreciate receiving your comments.
Originally passed in 1955, the Clean Air Act is the primary piece of air quality legislation for the United States. It gives the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) the power to set and enforce standards for air quality, including the enforcement of emission standards for pollution, such as vehicle emissions.
In June 2015, the EPA and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration proposed rule changes to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and create new fuel efficiency standards. Concerns have been raised that the proposed rule changes would negatively affect amateur motorsports.
To provide the EPA greater clarity about its role in regulating competition vehicles, I have joined a number of my colleagues in cosponsoring S. 203, the Recognizing the Protection of Motorsports Act. Introduced by Senator Richard Burr (R-N.C.) on January 24, 2017, this bill would stipulate that the EPA is not able to regulate motor vehicles used solely for competition. This bill has been referred to the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee.
I am committed to ensuring that rules are made through a transparent public notice and comment process. Citizens must have the opportunity to weigh in on specific regulations. As a member of the EPW Committee, I will be sure to keep your comments in mind should the committee consider this matter in the weeks and months ahead.
Again, thank you for contacting my office. If you have additional questions or concerns, please visit my website at
www.fischer.senate.gov.
Sincerely,
Deb Fischer
United States Senator"