US EditionRepublicans propose fees on EVs, other passenger vehicles to fund transportation programs
- On April 29, 2025, the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, chaired by Rep. Sam Graves, proposed new annual fees on electric and other passenger vehicles in Washington, D.C.
- The proposal responds to persistent Highway Trust Fund shortfalls caused by unchanged federal fuel taxes since 1993 and declining purchasing power amid rising infrastructure costs.
- The plan includes a $200 fee on electric vehicles, a $100 fee on hybrids, and a $20 fee on most other passenger vehicles to supplement fuel tax revenue for highway and aviation infrastructure.
- Rep. Rouzer described the new fees as a ‘‘step in the right direction’’ but acknowledged they will not fully close the $142 billion funding gap through 2035.
- If enacted, the fees would mark the first new Highway Trust Fund revenue in over 30 years and indicate ongoing congressional debates over sustainable road user funding approaches.
16 Articles
16 Articles
Republicans propose taxing EVs at 10x the rate gas cars pay, increasing deficit
House republicans have proposed putting a $200/year federal registration tax on EVs, with the false rationale that it will help to close a supposed budget shortfall that has in fact been caused by Congress’ refusal to raise the federal gas tax since 1993. more…
Growing number of retailers adding on extra fees
A growing number of retailers are adding on extra fees or surcharges to transactions. Some of the additional charges come with the cost of using a credit card to purchase while others are a result of tariffs. NBC News' Yasmin Vossoughian has more on the extra fees and the consumer reaction to the charges.
House Republicans Propose EV Fees to Fund Highway Repairs
Electric vehicle owners across the United States could face a new fee for their driving choices if a proposal heard in House committee this week becomes law. The proposal submitted by Rep. Sam Graves (R-Mo.), head of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, is the panel’s portion of a wide-ranging bill to advance President Donald Trump’s agenda. It would establish a $200 fee on electric cars and a $100 fee on hybrids, which will take eff…
House Republicans propose $200 electric vehicle registration fee
(NewsNation) — U.S. House Republicans have proposed a new $200 fee on electric vehicles, seemingly offering a path for the government to recoup cash from owners who avoid paying diesel and gasoline taxes. The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee's reconciliation bill draft outlines new annual registration fees for three types of vehicles, starting in the next decade. $200 electric vehicle fee $100 hybrid fee $20 other car fee Those…
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 60% of the sources are Center
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
Ownership
To view ownership data please Upgrade to Vantage
