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Promoting Reduction of Emissions through Landscaping Equipment Act

4/16/2024, 1:15 PM

Summary of Bill S 4068

Bill 118 s 4068, also known as the Promoting Reduction of Emissions through Landscaping Equipment Act, aims to address the environmental impact of emissions from landscaping equipment. The bill focuses on reducing harmful emissions by promoting the use of cleaner and more efficient landscaping equipment.

Specifically, the bill encourages the use of electric or battery-powered landscaping equipment, such as lawn mowers, leaf blowers, and trimmers, which produce fewer emissions compared to traditional gas-powered equipment. The bill also provides incentives for businesses and individuals to switch to cleaner equipment by offering tax credits or rebates for the purchase of electric or battery-powered landscaping tools.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for research and development of new technologies that further reduce emissions from landscaping equipment. This includes funding for studies on the environmental impact of emissions from landscaping equipment and the development of standards for emissions reduction in the industry. Overall, the Promoting Reduction of Emissions through Landscaping Equipment Act aims to promote the use of cleaner and more efficient landscaping equipment to reduce harmful emissions and protect the environment.

Current Status of Bill S 4068

Bill S 4068 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 22, 2024. Bill S 4068 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 22, 2024.  Bill S 4068's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of March 22, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4068

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4068

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4068

Promoting Reduction of Emissions through Landscaping Equipment Act
Promoting Reduction of Emissions through Landscaping Equipment Act
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish a business tax credit for the purchase of zero-emission electric lawn, garden, and landscape equipment, and for other purposes.

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