Landsman Introduces Bill to Make Electric Vehicles More Affordable, Reduce Gasoline Costs

WARREN COUNTY, OH -- With transportation costs continuing to strain household budgets, Warren County's U.S. Rep. Greg Landsman, D-Ohio, has introduced legislation aimed at making electric vehicles more affordable and giving Americans additional options to reduce their spending on gasoline.

The proposed 21st Century Vehicle Choice Act, introduced Oct. 22, would restore and expand federal tax incentives for purchasing new and used electric vehicles while encouraging investment in charging infrastructure.

Under the legislation, the federal tax credit for purchasing a qualifying new electric vehicle would increase from the previous maximum of $7,500 to $15,000. The credit for a qualifying used electric vehicle would increase from $4,000 to as much as $8,000.

The proposal would also increase the federal tax credit for qualifying alternative-fuel refueling equipment, including EV charging stations, from 30% to 50% of eligible costs.

The legislation comes after federal tax credits for new and used clean vehicles were eliminated for vehicles purchased after Sept. 30, 2025. Landsman's bill would restore those incentives at higher amounts and make them permanent.

“We have to make life more affordable and give folks more choices,” Landsman said. “Our bill would make electric vehicles more accessible and help families save money on gas.”

Beyond financial incentives, the legislation calls for studies examining where Americans consume the most gasoline. The findings could help identify communities where increased electric vehicle use and investments in charging infrastructure might produce the greatest fuel savings.

The bill would also require a Vehicle Choice Report examining the variety of vehicles available in the United States, along with trends in purchase prices and long-term ownership expenses, including fuel, insurance and maintenance.

Another provision would examine the supply of critical minerals used in electric vehicles, hybrids and batteries, as well as federal efforts to maintain reliable supply chains.

The proposal has drawn support from environmental advocates, including the League of Conservation Voters.

“We applaud Congressman Landsman for fighting to expand access to vehicles that are cheaper for drivers to fuel and maintain,” said Darien Davis, the organization's government affairs advocate for climate and clean energy.

Davis said expanding incentives would give more families the opportunity to consider vehicles that use less gasoline and potentially reduce household transportation expenses.

While supporters view the legislation as an opportunity to lower vehicle ownership costs and encourage cleaner transportation, the proposal would also expand federal tax incentives, raising questions about their potential cost to taxpayers. The actual savings for individual drivers would depend on vehicle prices, eligibility requirements, electricity costs and driving habits.

The legislation, designated H.R. 10881, has been referred to the House Ways and Means, Energy and Commerce, and Natural Resources committees for consideration. It has not yet been approved by Congress.

Residents interested in following the legislation can view the bill's progress through Congress.

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