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USA Batteries Act

12/30/2022, 3:04 AM

Summary of Bill HR 6230

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.

Congressional Summary of HR 6230

USA Batteries Act

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

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Current Status of Bill HR 6230

Bill HR 6230 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 9, 2021. Bill HR 6230 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on December 9, 2021.  Bill HR 6230's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of December 9, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6230

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
6
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
6
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6230

Primary Policy Focus

Taxation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6230

USA Batteries Act
USA Batteries Act
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to eliminate lead oxide, antimony, and sulfuric acid as taxable chemicals under the Superfund excise taxes.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 6230

Daniel Meuser
Daniel Meuser
PennsylvaniaRepublican
John R. Moolenaar
John R. Moolenaar
MichiganRepublican
Billy Long
Billy Long
MissouriRepublican
Vicky Hartzler
Vicky Hartzler
MissouriRepublican

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