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Tax Changes: Ethylene Exempt from Superfund Tax

This legal act removes ethylene from the list of substances subject to the special Superfund tax. This means companies producing or importing ethylene will no longer pay this tax, potentially affecting the costs of products that use ethylene.
Key points
Ethylene, a key component in many industries, will no longer be subject to the Superfund excise tax.
The change takes effect on July 1, 2022, potentially lowering production costs for companies using ethylene.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_6277
Sponsor: Rep. Moolenaar, John R. [R-MI-4]
Process start date: 2021-12-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Ethylene is Essential for Chemistry and Manufacturing Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6277.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-12-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Ethylene, a key component in many industries, will no longer be subject to the Superfund excise tax.
  • The change takes effect on July 1, 2022, potentially lowering production costs for companies using ethylene.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Moolenaar, John R. [R-MI-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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