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The new stimulus-based policy allocated $369 billion mainly in climate provisions aimed at cutting greenhouse gas emissions by the government.
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The measures under this policy include tax breaks for Electric Vehicles (EVs).
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Plus, the EV tax plan includes a credit of up to $7,500 for passenger vehicles.
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However, the credit is currently only available for vehicles with final assembly in North America.
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Japan has argued that it has "serious concerns" about the tax credit and fears that it could harm Japanese manufacturers in the U.S. Do not interfere with my ability to work.
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Brazil also requested that the US government explain final assembly and mineral extraction requirements.
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South Korea has asked for a three-year grace period to give Korean companies time to finalize planned investments in the US market.
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The European Union has said the tax plan contains "discriminatory" requirements that violate countries' commitments through the World Trade Organisation.
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Many top and leading car manufacturing companies and industry associations have also spoken against the tax credit scheme in its current form.
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