Pelosi Statement on Obama's Announcement of Purchase of 17,600 New American Vehicles for Government Fleet

Pelosi Statement on Obama’s Announcement of Purchase of 17,600 New American Vehicles for Government Fleet

Contact:Brendan Daly/Nadeam Elshami, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. â€" Speaker Pelosi released the following statement regarding the Obama Administration’s announcement that the federal government will use money from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to buy about 17,600 new, fuel efficient vehicles produced by American automobile companies:

"President Obama’s decision will provide a much-needed lift to our domestic auto industry and its workers, help save the planet by reducing carbon emissions, and help save taxpayers money by reducing the government’s fuel costs. By purchasing new, fuel efficient vehiclesâ€"such as those that run on natural gas or electricityâ€"the Administration will also help drive demand for cars that are easier on our environment and cheaper to refuel.

"While our domestic auto industry remains in serious trouble, President Obama’s action again shows our commitment to these American companies and their workers. The President and Congress will continue to support the American auto industry and our auto workers in these difficult times."