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End of Truck Tax: Cleaner, Safer Vehicles for Transport

This act aims to repeal the 12-percent excise tax on the sale of new heavy trucks and trailers. This will make new, more environmentally friendly and safer vehicles more affordable, potentially encouraging transport companies to replace older models. In turn, this could lead to reduced air pollution and improved road safety.
Key points
Repeal of the 12-percent tax on new heavy trucks and trailers, reducing their cost by thousands of dollars.
Incentive to replace older, less environmentally friendly vehicles with new, more fuel-efficient and safer ones.
Support for the development of electric and alternative-fueled vehicles, which currently have higher upfront costs.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_2435
Sponsor: Sen. Young, Todd [R-IN]
Process start date: 2021-07-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Modern, Clean, and Safe Trucks Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2435.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Repeal of the 12-percent tax on new heavy trucks and trailers, reducing their cost by thousands of dollars.
  • Incentive to replace older, less environmentally friendly vehicles with new, more fuel-efficient and safer ones.
  • Support for the development of electric and alternative-fueled vehicles, which currently have higher upfront costs.
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 Sen. Young, Todd [R-IN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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