USA Batteries Act

This bill would remove federal Superfund excise taxes on three chemicals used to make lead batteries: lead oxide, antimony, and sulfuric acid. Supporters say these taxes raise costs for U.S. battery makers compared to imported batteries. The bill points out that lead batteries are widely recycled, support many jobs, and are important for things like cars, trucks, phones, power systems, and defense.

Key points:

• Who is affected: Makers and users of lead batteries in the U.S., and industries that rely on them.
• What changes: Lead oxide, antimony, and sulfuric acid would no longer be taxed under the Superfund chemical excise taxes.
• Why it matters: The goal is to lower production costs, help U.S. manufacturers compete, and support a product with a high recycling rate.