After seven long years, the bicycle commuter tax provision has finally
passed both the House and Senate as part of the financial bailout package.
President Bush has said that he is eager to sign the legislation. “We are
delighted that the bicycle commuter benefits act has passed after a lengthy
and persistent campaign spearheaded by Congressman Earl Blumenauer (D-OR),”
said League President Andy Clarke. “Bicycle commuters will now be extended
similar benefits to people who take transit and drive to work – it’s an
equitable and sensible incentive to encourage greater energy independence,
improve air quality and health, and even help tackle climate change. Thanks
to everyone who has helped reach this milestone, especially Walter Finch and
Mele Williams, our government relations staff over the years who have worked
tirelessly with Congressman Blumenauer, Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) and many
others in Congress.” Thanks also to all of you around the country who have
contacted your congressional leaders over the years. Keep checking back at
www.bikeleague.org as we work on the implementation process.
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