USMCA Origin Rules Required for Clean Vehicle Tax Credits and Federal Grants.
This bill tightens eligibility rules for federal vehicle subsidies, including clean vehicle tax credits and various public transportation grants. To qualify for these benefits, vehicles must meet the strict 'rules of origin' defined by the USMCA trade agreement, moving beyond the current requirement of just 'final assembly in North America.' This change affects consumers seeking tax credits and public entities purchasing fleet vehicles.
Key points
Tax Credit Restriction: Eligibility for new and used clean vehicle tax credits is now limited to models that qualify as USMCA originating goods.
Public Funding Restrictions: Federal grants for purchasing school buses, public transit vehicles, and state energy program vehicles must be spent exclusively on USMCA-compliant vehicles.
Consequence: The pool of vehicles eligible for federal tax credits and grants may shrink due to the stricter USMCA origin requirements.
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