USA Batteries Act

12/30/2022, 3:04 AM

USA Batteries Act

This bill removes lead oxide, antimony, and sulfuric acid from the list of taxable chemicals subject to the environmental excise tax.

The USA Batteries Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 6230, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to promote the development and production of advanced battery technologies in the United States.

The USA Batteries Act includes provisions for funding research and development of new battery technologies, as well as incentives for companies to invest in domestic battery manufacturing. The bill also aims to increase the availability of batteries for electric vehicles and renewable energy storage systems.

Additionally, the USA Batteries Act includes measures to improve recycling and disposal of batteries to reduce environmental impact. This includes setting standards for battery recycling and establishing programs to safely dispose of old batteries. Overall, the USA Batteries Act is focused on boosting the US battery industry, reducing reliance on foreign battery imports, and promoting sustainable practices in battery production and disposal. It is seen as a key piece of legislation in the push towards a cleaner, more energy-efficient future.
Congress
117

Number
HR - 6230

Introduced on
2021-12-09

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

12/9/2021

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

USA Batteries Act

This bill removes lead oxide, antimony, and sulfuric acid from the list of taxable chemicals subject to the environmental excise tax.

The USA Batteries Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 6230, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to promote the development and production of advanced battery technologies in the United States.

The USA Batteries Act includes provisions for funding research and development of new battery technologies, as well as incentives for companies to invest in domestic battery manufacturing. The bill also aims to increase the availability of batteries for electric vehicles and renewable energy storage systems.

Additionally, the USA Batteries Act includes measures to improve recycling and disposal of batteries to reduce environmental impact. This includes setting standards for battery recycling and establishing programs to safely dispose of old batteries. Overall, the USA Batteries Act is focused on boosting the US battery industry, reducing reliance on foreign battery imports, and promoting sustainable practices in battery production and disposal. It is seen as a key piece of legislation in the push towards a cleaner, more energy-efficient future.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to eliminate lead oxide, antimony, and sulfuric acid as taxable chemicals under the Superfund excise taxes.

Policy Areas
Taxation

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary12/20/2021

USA Batteries Act

This bill removes lead oxide, antimony, and sulfuric acid from the list of taxable chemicals subject to the environmental excise tax.


Latest Action12/9/2021
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.