Urgent Action Alert: Oppose Federal Vehicle Scrappage Program

[WEBBISH]

I put in my 2 cents worth hope it helps.

[Oldsguy]

Originally Posted by 2blu442

...If the wacko's, who contribute to the politicians war chests get the ear of government we could see major changes happen quickly.

This is one of the things that weakens our political system and ultimately hurts the whole country. Special interests should not be able to influence the government so easily but it has happened in all forms of government that I can think of. As long as people are greedy and selfish they will be open to influence on the basis of money and handouts. Think about it, it is everywhere. I agree that in this particular instance it would be very, very bad for our hobby.

[sklbndt]

I'll get into the finger pointing game......YOU GET WHAT YOU VOTE FOR!!

Ok, enough of that. Sent my piece to the speaker as well as my local representative. Thanks for the heads up on this one Joe.

[OLD SKL 69]

Eliminating older cars sooner will only have more people buying more foreign cars, sending more profit overseas. I say this because at this given point, not many people are going to even consider the big 3.
IMO, there are way too many imports here already!

x2

I sent in my comments as well...even told her to call me if she wants more info on why it is such a bad idea.

Thanks for alerting us to this.

[Dale Goodwin]

The Speaker just got a peice of my mind! Im sure the guys in the Black Suits and Skinny ties will be looking for me shortly! HEHEHE!

[mugzilla]

If they gave me $20,000 credit toward a new car for my 442 I would pass ...

If they gave me $20,000 cash for it I would have to think about it ...

[Olds64]

I wrote an e-mail. I hope it helps.

[citcapp]

Good job to all who write in. Pass this along to other sites and friends as well. The more the merrier

[Lady72nRob71]

Originally Posted by sklbndt

......YOU GET WHAT YOU VOTE FOR!!

Of course when the only choices are pond scum and raw sewage, there's no way to get spring water out of it...

[65olds98]

This is the first time I ever wrote anyone in Congress and I only hope I'm not too late!

I'm sure all you all already know this, but they've been trying to pass similar programs like this for years. Thank goodness for SEMA and the hard work they do.

[Coltonis]

Has anyone heard any updates on the status of this?

[bigoldscruiser]

From what I heard, it was in the house bill that was passed but I haven't heard anything about the bill the Senate is fighting over. Maybe it will be removed in the final compromise version if there is ever one.

[Redog]

I haven't heard anything, but I hope it didn't pass.

It would be kinda hard to get another "B" body in a few years

The only car thing I heard is possiblly being able to write off interset paid on new car loans on taxes at the end of the year, but only brand new cars

[citcapp]

Haven't heard a thing either.

[joe_padavano]

Just received the following email from SEMA about an hour ago (4:45 EST):

Originally Posted by SEMA

In recent weeks, thousands of SEMA members and SEMA Action Network (SAN) enthusiasts responded to a call for action urging lawmakers to reject a Cash for Clunkers program as part of the economic stimulus being drafted in Congress. Your efforts were successful. Both the House and Senate versions of the bill are “clunker-free.” Congratulations!

Two proposals were put forth and then withdrawn during the Congressional debate. The first was a $8 billion program targeting SUVs and pickup trucks of any year that make less than 18 mpg such as Chevy Silverados, Dodge Rams, Ford F-Series and Jeep Wranglers. The second would have provided $16 billion worth of cash vouchers to individuals making less than $50,000 a year ($75,000 for families) who allowed their turned-in cars to be destroyed. A Cash for Clunker proposal may reemerge later this year. SEMA will remain vigilant in educating legislators on the need to oppose programs that do not spur car sales, reduce emissions or raise fuel economy.

The Senate economic stimulus bill includes a SEMA-supported amendment allowing taxpayers to claim a tax deduction for car-loan interest payments and excise taxes when they buy a new car in 2009. If enacted in the final stimulus bill, the provision should provide a healthy boost to auto sales.
Members of Congress recognize that our industry played an important role in scrapping a federal Cash for Clunkers program. SEMA thanks all member companies and SAN enthusiasts who donated their time and effort to contact legislators. Your voice helps protect our industry and hobby.

[Olds64]

That is good news! Now we need to hope that there aren't stringent emissions laws that are enacted that will prevent us from enjoying our hobby.

[citcapp]

Great news but we still need to watch out for any of these issues