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Greener Transportation for Communities Act

1/11/2023, 1:49 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3633

Bill 117 HR 3633, also known as the Greener Transportation for Communities Act, aims to promote environmentally friendly transportation options in communities across the United States. The bill focuses on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving air quality by investing in sustainable transportation infrastructure.

Key provisions of the bill include funding for the development of public transportation systems, such as buses and trains, that run on clean energy sources. It also includes grants for the construction of bike lanes and pedestrian walkways to encourage alternative modes of transportation.

Additionally, the Greener Transportation for Communities Act seeks to improve access to electric vehicle charging stations and incentivize the purchase of electric vehicles. This is intended to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and promote the use of cleaner, more sustainable transportation options. Overall, the bill aims to address the environmental impact of transportation and promote healthier, more sustainable communities. It emphasizes the importance of investing in green transportation infrastructure to reduce emissions and improve air quality for all Americans.

Congressional Summary of HR 3633

Greener Transportation for Communities Act

This bill authorizes the use of tax-exempt facility bonds to fund zero-emission vehicle infrastructure used to charge or fuel zero-emissions vehicles. The bill defines zero-emissions vehicles as (1) any any light-duty vehicle or light-duty truck conforming to the applicable low-emission vehicle standard, or any heavy-duty vehicle with an engine conforming to such standard; or (2) vehicles that produce zero exhaust emissions of any criteria pollutant (or precursor pollutant) or greenhouse gas under any possible operational modes and conditions.

Current Status of Bill HR 3633

Bill HR 3633 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 28, 2021. Bill HR 3633 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on May 28, 2021.  Bill HR 3633's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of May 28, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3633

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3633

Primary Policy Focus

Taxation

Potential Impact Areas

- Air quality
- Climate change and greenhouse gases
- Electric power generation and transmission
- Hybrid, electric, and advanced technology vehicles
- Income tax exclusion
- Infrastructure development
- Motor vehicles
- Public utilities and utility rates
- Roads and highways
- State and local finance

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3633

Greener Transportation for Communities Act
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide exempt facility bonds for zero-emission vehicle infrastructure.
Greener Transportation for Communities Act

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