HB 2823-S - DIGEST

(SEE ALSO PROPOSED 2ND SUB)

Provides incentives to reduce air pollution and improve energy security through the use of alternative fuel vehicles.

Finds that accountability and effectiveness are important aspects of setting tax policy. In order to make policy choices regarding the best use of limited state resources, the legislature needs information to evaluate whether the stated goals of legislation were achieved.

Declares that the goal of the alternative fuel vehicle and electric vehicle tax incentives in this act is to encourage the use of alternative fuel vehicles and electric vehicles and to encourage development of fueling and recharge stations. The goal of this tax credit is achieved when the total number of alternative fuel vehicles and electric vehicles exceeds five percent of the total number of motor vehicles, as defined in RCW 46.04.320, that are registered in Washington state.