Sales and use taxes: exemptions: California Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project: transit buses.
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Overview
This bill extends an existing sales and use tax exemption for zero-emission technology transit buses purchased by public agencies that provide transit services and are eligible for the California Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project. Currently, this exemption applies until January 1, 2026, but this bill extends it to January 1, 2028. The bill clarifies the definition of ‘transit bus’ to include various types of buses used for public transportation.
Key provisions
- Extends the sales and use tax exemption for zero-emission transit buses.
- The exemption applies to buses purchased by cities, counties, transportation districts, and other public agencies providing transit services.
- The exemption is tied to the California Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project.
- Defines ‘transit bus’ to include articulated buses, buses, cutaway buses, double-decker buses, over-the-road buses, shuttle buses, and trolley buses.
- The exemption does not apply to local sales taxes levied by counties, cities, or districts.
- The exemption does not apply to certain taxes deposited in the State Treasury.
- The extension of the exemption is scheduled to expire on January 1, 2028.
Who is affected
- Public transportation agencies
- Retailers selling zero-emission transit buses
- Cities and counties
- Transit districts
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