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Ownership Options: Protecting Internal Combustion Vehicle Sales

This bill aims to protect the ability to purchase gasoline-powered vehicles. If a state bans the sale of such cars, it will lose a portion of federal highway funding. This is intended to ensure citizens retain the freedom to choose the vehicles they wish to buy.
Key points
States prohibiting the sale of non-zero-emission vehicles will lose 15% of their federal highway funds.
Exception: States can avoid fund withholding if they impose a vehicle fee comparable to a gasoline tax in revenue.
The goal is to maintain the availability of internal combustion vehicles in the market for citizens.
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Print number: 117_HR_8771
Sponsor: Rep. Bost, Mike [R-IL-12]
Process start date: 2022-09-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Options for Ownership Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8771.

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 2022-09-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • States prohibiting the sale of non-zero-emission vehicles will lose 15% of their federal highway funds.
  • Exception: States can avoid fund withholding if they impose a vehicle fee comparable to a gasoline tax in revenue.
  • The goal is to maintain the availability of internal combustion vehicles in the market for citizens.
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. Bost, Mike [R-IL-12].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.

Is this summary verified?

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

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Transport Economy