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Reduce Taxes on our Trucks Act

12/29/2022, 6:18 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8413

Bill 117 HR 8413, also known as the Reduce Taxes on our Trucks Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered in the US Congress. The main objective of this bill is to reduce taxes on trucks in order to stimulate the trucking industry and promote economic growth.

The bill proposes to lower the excise tax on trucks, which is currently set at a certain percentage of the vehicle's sales price. By reducing this tax burden on truck manufacturers and buyers, the bill aims to make trucks more affordable and encourage businesses to invest in new vehicles.

Proponents of the bill argue that reducing taxes on trucks will not only benefit the trucking industry, but also have a positive ripple effect on the economy as a whole. They believe that lower taxes will lead to increased truck sales, job creation, and overall economic growth. Opponents of the bill, however, raise concerns about the potential loss of tax revenue that would result from reducing taxes on trucks. They argue that this could lead to budget deficits and cuts to essential government programs. Overall, the Reduce Taxes on our Trucks Act is a controversial piece of legislation that has sparked debate among lawmakers and interest groups. Its fate will ultimately be decided by Congress in the coming months.

Congressional Summary of HR 8413

Reduce Taxes on our Trucks Act

This bill repeals the excise tax on heavy trucks and trailers sold at retail.

Current Status of Bill HR 8413

Bill HR 8413 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 18, 2022. Bill HR 8413 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 18, 2022.  Bill HR 8413's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of July 18, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8413

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8413

Primary Policy Focus

Taxation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8413

Reduce Taxes on our Trucks Act
Reduce Taxes on our Trucks Act
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal certain taxes imposed on heavy trucks and trailers sold at retail.

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