Save Federal Electric Vehicle and Solar Tax Credits

The current push in the House of Representatives to roll back federal electric vehicle incentives represents a significant shift in U.S. clean energy policy. A new proposal presented to the House and Senate this week aims to eliminate the $7,500 tax credit for new EV purchases and the $4,000 credit for used EVs by the end of 2025. Automakers that have not yet sold 200,000 electric vehicles would receive a one-year extension, but the broader signal is clear: the federal government is reevaluating its support for the EV market.

This change would have a particularly profound impact on companies like Ford, which depend on Chinese battery manufacturers and licensing agreements for key EV components. A new provision within the battery production tax credit would block subsidies for vehicles involving Chinese firms, further complicating domestic production plans and potentially increasing costs for automakers and consumers alike.

At the same time, lawmakers are targeting other clean transportation initiatives. A loan program designed to accelerate alternative fuel development is also at risk, as are future emissions and fuel economy standards set to take effect in 2027 and beyond. These moves appear to be driven not only by fiscal concerns, but also by growing partisan efforts to dismantle cornerstone policies of the Inflation Reduction Act, especially ahead of potential sweeping tax breaks benefitting only the wealthiest individuals and corporations, adding trillions of dollars to the national debt.

Yet, the effort to dismantle these incentives isn’t universally supported within the Republican Party. According to data from ClearView Energy Partners, 38 House Republicans have voiced support for maintaining the IRA’s clean energy provisions, including those centered on electric vehicles. That internal divide highlights how intertwined the EV transition has become with both economic development and job creation in states where automakers and suppliers are expanding.

Meanwhile, state-level policies are also undergoing significant adjustments. California, Washington, and Oregon—three states that initially drove high EV adoption through aggressive incentives—are beginning to scale back those programs. In some cases, they are introducing new registration fees on electric vehicles to make up for declining gas tax revenues, which traditionally fund road infrastructure. These changes underscore the growing tension between rapid EV adoption and the financial structures that have historically supported transportation systems.

Altogether, this moment marks a turning point. A new and more complex era for electric vehicle ownership is on the horizon, shaped as much by political dynamics as by consumer demand and technological progress.

It’s vital that the US supports electric vehicles and clean energy. These industries not only help fight climate change, but create massive economic stimulation and lots of good-paying jobs. Contact your government representatives today and show your support for these incredibly important things.

Save Solar Tax Credit for Homeowners

This week, EnergySage, the nation’s leading solar marketplace platform, urged that America’s voters take action to save the Federal Solar Tax Credit.

EnergySage said: “Key parts of the Inflation Reduction Act—including 25D, the 30% solar tax credit for homeowners—are being threatened to be rolled back by the end of the year. If repealed, it could slow clean energy progress, hurt consumer savings, and disrupt the solar industry. Losing the 30% solar tax credit could cost everyday homeowners nearly $9,000 more on a typical solar installation. And it could put many installers out of business across the country. We’re taking action. We’ve mobilized our network, reached out to lawmakers, and are leaning into our mission.”

How can you help?

If you’re in one of these districts, call your representative voicing your support for 25D:
Nicole Malliotakis (R-NY-11) | (718) 568-2870 | https://lnkd.in/eZ2Fxu_B
Blake Moore (R-UT-1) | (801) 625-0107 | https://lnkd.in/ejq2MKjA
Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA-1) | (215) 579-8102 | https://lnkd.in/e4iDJCcB
Vern Buchanan (R-FL-16) | (941) 951-6643 | https://lnkd.in/e_Xk-THh

For others, you can contact your representative using this form: https://lnkd.in/edV-idai

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