Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB8495

Introduced
5/22/24  

Caption

EV Fair Trade Act of 2024

Impact

If enacted, this bill will significantly impact federal assistance policies related to electric vehicle manufacturers. Electric vehicle companies must submit certifications affirming their commitment to ethical sourcing, which will be tracked in a database managed by the Secretary of Labor. Furthermore, companies that fail to comply with certification requirements may be ineligible for federal funding for a designated period, further incentivizing compliance among manufacturers. This move aims to improve labor standards within the growing electric vehicle sector, a crucial part of the nation’s transition towards cleaner transportation.

Summary

House Bill 8495, titled the 'EV Fair Trade Act of 2024', is designed to prohibit electric vehicle companies from using child or slave labor in the manufacture of electric vehicles and in the sourcing of materials. The bill establishes strict compliance requirements for manufacturers who wish to receive federal assistance. It mandates that an executive agency must certify that an electric vehicle company does not utilize materials sourced through oppressive labor practices, thereby ensuring that the industry's supply chain is free from such unethical practices.

Contention

The bill may face contention due to the implications it has for the electric vehicle industry's operating costs and its compliance burdens. Critics may argue that the stringent compliance requirements could disproportionately affect smaller manufacturers that may struggle with the resources required to meet certification standards. Additionally, the audit provisions, which allow for random checks of compliance certifications, are designed to maintain the integrity of the program but may also raise concerns about transparency and the potential for penalties, especially if allegations of false certifications arise.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US HB8491

Coal Royalty Fairness and Communities Investment Act of 2024

US HB8557

National Prescribed Fire Act of 2024

US HB8249

ASTIP Act of 2024 U.S.-Africa Strategic Trade and Investment Partnership Act of 2024

US HB8611

Save Our Small Farms Act of 2024

US HB8494

Technology in the Parks Act of 2024

US HB8482

DETER Act of 2024 Deterring Escalation Through Economic Retaliation Act of 2024

US HB25

FairTax Act of 2025

US HB2177

Tradeable Energy Performance Standards Act

US HB6747

Clean Electricity and Transmission Acceleration Act of 2023

US HB8996

Railroad Safety Enhancement Act of 2024 Safe Freight Act of 2023

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