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Old 04-22-2021, 07:48 PM   #28 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Cd View Post
How is this going to work with poor white trash, like myself ?
People that can't afford a new car will be forced to ride the bus.

Pehaps there will be loopholes that get around the law.
They will buy used gas cars or used EVs. You can already get a decent EV for about $6,000 - there are bound to be more used EVs available in 2030.

There is also a lot of confusion on this bill:
  1. It doesn't go into effect in 2030. It goes into effect when 75% of cars in Washington are paying a mileage tax instead of gas tax. Oregon is furthest along with a mileage tax and our plan is to start requiring new vehicles sold in 2027 to pay per mile.
  2. It doesn't ban ICE cars in 2030. It bans the sale of NEW ICE cars in 2030.
  3. It only applies to vehicle 10,000 lbs GVW and under. You could still buy a gas Ford F250.
  4. It applies to 4 AND 3 wheel vehicles. No trike loophole for this bill.
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