H.R.7980 — End Chinese Dominance of Electric Vehicles in America Act of 2024
House Roll Call
H.R.7980
| Bill | H.R.7980 — End Chinese Dominance of Electric Vehicles in America Act of 2024 |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Motion to Recommit |
| Vote type | Yea-and-Nay |
| Result | Failed |
| Totals | Yea 195 / Nay 210 / Present 0 / Not Voting 26 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 0 | 210 | 0 | 10 |
| D | 195 | 0 | 0 | 16 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Motion to Recommit
Bill Analysis
Bill Summary: HR 7980 - End Chinese Dominance of Electric Vehicles in America Act of 2024
The “End Chinese Dominance of Electric Vehicles in America Act of 2024” (HR 7980) aims to reduce the United States’ reliance on Chinese manufacturing in the electric vehicle (EV) sector. The bill seeks to enhance domestic production capabilities and supply chains for EVs and their components, thereby promoting U.S. economic independence and national security.
Key Provisions: HR 7980 establishes a framework for incentivizing the development and production of EVs within the United States. It proposes tax credits for manufacturers that produce EVs and critical components, such as batteries, domestically. The bill also encourages partnerships between private companies and federal agencies to bolster research and development in EV technology.
Funding and Authorities: The legislation authorizes funding for grants and loans to support domestic manufacturers and suppliers in the EV industry. It allocates resources for workforce training programs to ensure that American workers are equipped with the necessary skills for jobs in the growing EV sector.
Programs and Agencies Affected: The bill impacts various federal agencies, including the Department of Energy (DOE) and the Department of Commerce, which will oversee the implementation of funding programs and partnerships. It also affects the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in terms of regulatory frameworks for emissions and environmental standards for new EV technologies.
Beneficiaries: The primary beneficiaries of HR 7980 include American manufacturers, workers in the automotive and technology sectors, and consumers who may benefit from increased competition and innovation in the EV market. Additionally, the bill aims to mitigate risks associated with supply chain vulnerabilities tied to foreign dependence.
Key Timelines: Following its introduction, HR 7980 was received in the Senate, where it has been read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance for further consideration. The timeline for committee review and potential amendments remains to be established, pending further legislative action.
Yea (195)
C
Colin Allred
E
Earl Blumenauer
J
Jamaal Bowman
C
Cori Bush
Y
Yadira Caraveo
T
Tony Cárdenas
A
André Carson
M
Matt Cartwright
G
Gerald Connolly
A
Anna Eshoo
J
Jeff Jackson
D
Daniel Kildee
D
Derek Kilmer
A
Ann Kuster
B
Barbara Lee
K
Kathy Manning
G
Grace Napolitano
W
Wiley Nickel
D
Dean Phillips
K
Katie Porter
C
C. Ruppersberger
J
John Sarbanes
A
Abigail Spanberger
E
Emilia Sykes
S
Susan Wild
Nay (210)
K
Kelly Armstrong
D
Dan Bishop
L
Larry Bucshon
M
Michael Burgess
J
Jerry Carl
L
Lori Chavez-DeRemer
J
John Duarte
J
Jeff Duncan
B
Brad Finstad
M
Mike Garcia
B
Bob Good
M
Mark Green
D
Doug Lamborn
J
Jake LaTurner
D
Debbie Lesko
G
Greg Lopez
B
Blaine Luetkemeyer
C
Celeste Maloy
P
Patrick McHenry
M
Marcus Molinaro
A
Alexander Mooney
G
Greg Pence
C
Cathy Rodgers
M
Matthew Rosendale
M
Michelle Steel
M
Michael Waltz
B
Brad Wenstrup
B
Brandon Williams
Not Voting (26)
A
A. Ferguson
K
Kay Granger
G
Garret Graves
M
Mary Peltola
D
David Trone
J
Jennifer Wexton
