California tax refund for car owners
This decision makes zero sense to me. Even electric car owners get this? I don't own a car so I'm out of luck. What's weird is that EV owners—who don't even buy gas—get this money, while people relying on MUNI and public transit get nothing.
Newsom proposes $400 debit cards to offset soaring gas prices for car owners
Newsom’s announcement is part of an $11 billion package his office said would help residents deal with the high price of gasoline, which has soared to a statewide average of $5.87 per gallon.
The debit cards would be mailed to the registered owners of vehicles, with a maximum of $800 per person for those who own more than one vehicle. In addition, Newsom wants to provide relief to non-drivers by making rail and mass transit service free for three months.
Millions of people could get $400 debt cards if the plan is approved. According to the DMV, there are more than 35.8 million registered vehicles in California, though that number includes people with multiple titles. Rebates would also go to drivers who have electric cars or those with lease agreements.
The governor proposed providing refunds to all vehicle owners, regardless of their income.