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Tax Credit for New Off-Road Electric Vehicles

This new law introduces a tax credit for individuals purchasing new, off-road electric vehicles. This allows citizens to recover a portion of the purchase cost, potentially encouraging the adoption of more environmentally friendly off-road transportation options.
Key points
You can receive a tax credit equal to 10% of the vehicle's cost or up to $2,500, whichever is less.
The credit applies to new electric vehicles weighing less than 3,500 pounds, with three or more wheels and one or more seats, primarily designed for off-road use, and capable of reaching 40 miles per hour.
These changes apply to vehicles acquired after December 31, 2022.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_9481
Sponsor: Rep. Phillips, Dean [D-MN-3]
Process start date: 2022-12-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Michael F. Donoughe Tax Credit for Off Road Electric Vehicles Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9481.

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 2022-12-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • You can receive a tax credit equal to 10% of the vehicle's cost or up to $2,500, whichever is less.
  • The credit applies to new electric vehicles weighing less than 3,500 pounds, with three or more wheels and one or more seats, primarily designed for off-road use, and capable of reaching 40 miles per hour.
  • These changes apply to vehicles acquired after December 31, 2022.
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. Phillips, Dean [D-MN-3].

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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