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Senate resolution would repeal NHTSA hydrogen vehicle fuel tank safety rule

Passed one chamberS.J.Res. 55Latest action

Sponsor: Shelley Moore Capito · Senator · WV

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Official title: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration relating to "Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards; Fuel System Integrity of Hydrogen Vehicles; Compressed Hydrogen Storage System Integrity; Incorporation by Reference".

119th Congress

Topics: Jobs & the economy

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This bill would use the to cancel NHTSA's January 2025 hydrogen vehicle fuel system safety rule.

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What does this do?

This bill would cancel a federal safety regulation NHTSA issued in January 2025 that set new standards for compressed hydrogen fuel tanks and fuel systems, including how well they resist damage and leaks. It would also erase updated technical reference documents manufacturers must follow when building these systems. Using the , the rule would be treated as if it never took effect.

Who does it affect?

Automakers and companies developing hydrogen fuel-cell vehicles would face different technical requirements. Consumers who buy or ride in hydrogen-powered vehicles are also affected, since the canceled rule addressed fuel leak and tank rupture risks.

Why does it matter?

If canceled, NHTSA would have to redevelop hydrogen vehicle fuel system safety standards from scratch. Under the , the agency would be barred from issuing a substantially similar rule unless Congress specifically authorizes it.

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  1. IntroducedMay 19, 2025
  2. Senate committee
  3. Senate vote
  4. HouseYou are here · May 26, 2025
  5. The president's desk

Right now: it passed the Senate, and the official record shows nothing new since. If the House changes it, it goes back to the Senate before reaching the president.

Latest action: — Held at the desk.

Data as of October 9, 2026

Recorded votes

Roll-call votes recorded since January 3, 2025.

  1. Senate · · Roll call 275

    As recorded

    Question
    On the S.J.Res. 55
    Result:
    Joint Resolution Passed
    51
    Nay
    46
    0
    3

    Republicans 51 yes, 2 not voting · Democrats 44 no, 1 not voting · Independents 2 no

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  2. Senate · · Roll call 274

    As recorded

    Question
    On the S.J.Res. 55
    Result:
    Point of Order Sustained
    51
    Nay
    46
    0
    3

    Republicans 51 yes, 2 not voting · Democrats 44 no, 1 not voting · Independents 2 no

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  3. Senate · · Roll call 273

    As recorded

    Question
    On the S.J.Res. 55
    Result:
    Point of Order Sustained
    51
    Nay
    46
    0
    3

    Republicans 51 yes, 2 not voting · Democrats 44 no, 1 not voting · Independents 2 no

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9 earlier votes

  1. Senate · · Roll call 272

    As recorded

    Question
    On the Motion to Adjourn S.J.Res. 55
    Result:
    Motion to Adjourn Rejected
    46
    Nay
    51
    0
    3

    Republicans 51 no, 2 not voting · Democrats 44 yes, 1 not voting · Independents 2 yes

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  2. Senate · · Roll call 271

    As recorded

    Question
    On the Motion (Motion to Recess for Ten Minutes)
    Result:
    Motion Rejected
    45
    Nay
    52
    0
    3

    Republicans 51 no, 2 not voting · Democrats 43 yes, 1 no, 1 not voting · Independents 2 yes

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  3. Senate · · Roll call 270

    As recorded

    Question
    On the Motion (Motion to Recess for Fifteen Minutes)
    Result:
    Motion Rejected
    46
    Nay
    51
    0
    3

    Republicans 51 no, 2 not voting · Democrats 44 yes, 1 not voting · Independents 2 yes

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  4. Senate · · Roll call 269

    As recorded

    Question
    On the Motion (Motion to Recess for Thirty Minutes)
    Result:
    Motion Rejected
    46
    Nay
    51
    0
    3

    Republicans 51 no, 2 not voting · Democrats 44 yes, 1 not voting · Independents 2 yes

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  5. Senate · · Roll call 268

    As recorded

    Question
    On the Motion (Motion to Recess for 60 Minutes)
    Result:
    Motion Rejected
    45
    Nay
    51
    0
    4

    Republicans 51 no, 2 not voting · Democrats 43 yes, 2 not voting · Independents 2 yes

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  6. Senate · · Roll call 267

    As recorded

    Question
    On the Motion (Motion to Recess for Ninety Minutes)
    Result:
    Motion Rejected
    46
    Nay
    51
    0
    3

    Republicans 51 no, 2 not voting · Democrats 44 yes, 1 not voting · Independents 2 yes

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  7. Senate · · Roll call 266

    As recorded

    Question
    On the S.J.Res. 55
    Result:
    Motion to Table Agreed to
    51
    Nay
    46
    0
    3

    Republicans 51 yes, 2 not voting · Democrats 44 no, 1 not voting · Independents 2 no

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  8. Senate · · Roll call 265

    As recorded

    Question
    On the S.J.Res. 55
    Result:
    Motion to Table Failed
    46
    Nay
    52
    0
    2

    Republicans 52 no, 1 not voting · Democrats 44 yes, 1 not voting · Independents 2 yes

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  9. Senate · · Roll call 264

    As recorded

    Question
    On the S.J.Res. 55
    Result:
    Motion to Proceed Agreed to
    53
    Nay
    46
    0
    1

    Republicans 53 yes · Democrats 44 no, 1 not voting · Independents 2 no

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