Justice for ALS Veterans Act of 2025

House Bill

H.R. 1685

119th Congress

Justice for ALS Veterans Act of 2025

In Committee

Introduced:Aug 5, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Jimmy Panetta

D - CA

Cosponsors

45

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Policy Area

Taxation

Summary

The E-BIKE Act would allow individuals to claim a tax credit for 30% of the cost of an electric bicycle, up to $8,000. This is designed to encourage more Americans to use electric bikes, which can be an environmentally-friendly alternative to cars for some trips.

Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Work and Welfare.

Introduced8/5/2025

StatusReferred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.

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Justice for ALS Veterans Act of 2025

The E-BIKE Act would allow individuals to claim a tax credit for 30% of the cost of an electric bicycle, up to $8,000. This is designed to encourage more Americans to use electric bikes, which can be an environmentally-friendly alternative to cars for some tri

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The E-BIKE Act would allow individuals to claim a tax credit for 30% of the cost of an electric bicycle, up to $8,000. This is designed to encourage more Americans to use electric bikes, which can be an environmentally-friendly alternative to cars for some trips.

Bill Number: 1685
Introduced: 8/5/2025
Status: Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
Policy Area: Taxation

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Title: Justice for ALS Veterans Act of 2025
Bill Number: 1685
Sponsor: No sponsor
Status: Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
Introduced: 8/5/2025
Summary: The E-BIKE Act would allow individuals to claim a tax credit for 30% of the cost of an electric bicycle, up to $8,000. This is designed to encourage more Americans to use electric bikes, which can be an environmentally-friendly alternative to cars for some trips.

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

The E-BIKE Act would allow individuals to claim a tax credit for 30% of the cost of an electric bicycle, up to $8,000. This is designed to encourage more Americans to use electric bikes, which can be an environmentally-friendly alternative to cars for some trips.

Last updated: 12/30/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

Electric Bicycle Incentive Kickstart for the Environment Act or the E-BIKE Act This bill allows individual taxpayers a new tax credit for 30% of the cost of a qualified electric bicycle. The bill defines qualified electric bicycle to mean a bicycle or tricycle that does not cost more than $8,000 and that is equipped with fully operable pedals, a saddle or seat for the rider, and an electric motor of less than 750 watts designed to assist in propelling the bicycle or tricycle under certain conditions The bill requires the Internal Revenue Service to establish a program to make advance payments of the credit and to publicly report on the number of taxpayers claiming the credit and the aggregate dollar amount of the credit, beginning in 2023 and 2024.

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Provides a new tax credit for up to 30% of the cost of an electric bicycle, up to $8,000
Defines 'qualified electric bicycle' as a bicycle or tricycle with operable pedals, a seat, and an electric motor under 750 watts
Requires the IRS to set up a program to make advance payments of the credit and report on its use

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This bill would primarily benefit individuals who can afford to purchase an electric bicycle, as it provides a tax incentive to do so. It could increase the overall adoption of electric bikes in the US, potentially reducing emissions and traffic from car usage for short trips. However, the $8,000 cap on eligible bikes may limit the impact for lower-income Americans.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Taxation

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

1685, 119th Congress (2025). "Justice for ALS Veterans Act of 2025". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hr-1685

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