Bill Overview: End Discriminatory State Taxes for Automobile Renters Act of 2017 (H.R. 2024)

This bill aims to protect consumers from discriminatory state taxes on motor vehicle rentals. It prohibits states or localities from levying or collecting discriminatory taxes on motor vehicle rentals or the business of renting motor vehicles. Discriminatory taxes are those that are not generally applicable or have higher rates compared to taxes on other personal or commercial property. The bill also provides remedies for violations of this prohibition, allowing aggrieved parties to bring civil actions seeking damages, injunctive relief, or other legal or equitable relief.

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Bill Overview: End Discriminatory State Taxes for Automobile Renters Act of 2017 (H.R. 2024)

This bill aims to protect consumers from discriminatory state taxes on motor vehicle rentals. It prohibits states or localities from levying or collecting discriminatory taxes on motor vehicle rentals or the business of renting motor vehicles. Discriminatory taxes are those that are not generally applicable or have higher rates compared to taxes on other personal or commercial property. The bill also provides remedies for violations of this prohibition, allowing aggrieved parties to bring civil actions seeking damages, injunctive relief, or other legal or equitable relief.

Rep. Steve Chabot

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