Bill > S1449

This bill, titled the Building Better Trucks Act, amends the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 to expand the advanced technology vehicles manufacturing incentive program to include certain medium-duty and heavy-duty vehicles. The program, which provides incentives for the development and manufacturing of vehicles that reduce reliance on conventional motor fuel, will now define "advanced technology vehicle" to include these larger trucks if they meet specific criteria, such as being subject to Department of Transportation regulations for fuel efficiency or offering substantial reductions in fuel consumption, and demonstrating a significant decrease in fuel use compared to older models. The bill also clarifies the definition of "qualifying components" to include parts that improve fuel economy or reduce motor fuel consumption, and makes technical adjustments to the program's language regarding vehicles and fees.