On the recordJuly 30, 1999
The legislation Senator Hatch and I have drafted would address the problem that currently prevents these fuels and vehicles from competing on their own in the market. Incentives to make them less costly will stimulate demand and permit the economies of scale that are needed in order for them to gain more widespread use. Our proposal has been endorsed by a diverse group of stakeholders including the Natural Resources Defense council, the Union of Concerned Scientists, virtually all the major automobile manufacturers, and the American Gas Association. There is growing bipartisan support in the Senate for many of these concepts; on the Finance Committee, Senators Rockefeller, Bryan, and Robb have all expressed support. I would ask Senator Roth whether there might be an opportunity to consider this legislation and whether he would work with us toward its inclusion in a future tax package.
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