Ontario Chamber Position: OPPOSE

Died in committee.
 

AB 493 assesses an unfair surcharge on new vehicles that will have a profound effect on the ability of small businesses to transport their goods and services in the most efficient manner.

AB 493 (Ruskin) proposes to add an extra fee on new vehicles that are classified as high emitters of greenhouse gases. Although, transportation accounts for a large percent of our state's greenhouse gas emissions, this is not an appropriate solution.

This proposal fails to recognize that such vehicles are presently used by a number of small businesses and industries to transport goods and equipment. This bill unfairly punishes businesses and consumers by taxing them for purchasing the vehicles that they need.
 

It is the position of the Ontario Chamber to review and consider legislative proposals that place mandates upon the automobile industry.