Washington, Oct. 15 -- Congresswoman Doris Matsui issued the following press release:
Today, Congresswoman Doris Matsui (CA-07) introduced legislation to require the Department of Transportation (DOT) to examine whether it can strengthen fuel efficiency requirements to counter high gas prices and reinstate penalties for automakers that fail to produce fuel-efficient vehicles.
"Across the country, Americans are being squeezed by high gas prices, rising grocery bills, and everyday costs that keep stretching family budgets thinner," said Congresswoman Matsui. "The Gas Money Saved Act meets people where they are by strengthening fuel efficiency standards that help drivers spend less on gas for years to come. This is a practical step to lower ...