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U.S. Senator Roger Marshall of Kansas and Senator Jon Husted of Ohio have introduced the Resilient Tire Supply and Jobs Act, which proposes a federal tax credit for buyers of retreaded American-made tires. The bill aims to boost domestic tire manufacturing and reduce reliance on imported products.

“Kansas relies on strong logistics networks and sound transportation—and for the trucking industry, quality tires are critical to keeping our goods moving,” said Senator Marshall. “I am proud to support the Resilient Tire Supply and Jobs Act, which will incentivize the adoption of American-made, domestically retreaded tires, many of which are manufactured in Kansas, cutting down on waste and reducing the reliance on low-quality imported tires.”

Senator Husted emphasized economic benefits for consumers and workers: “Encouraging Americans to use tires retreaded in America leaves consumers with more cash and the U.S. tire industry with more jobs,” he said. “I’m proud to lead this bill and help keep more money in Ohioans’ pockets with tires we make right here in America.”

The proposed tax credit would be available only for tires retreaded and purchased within the United States. Eligible taxpayers could claim a credit annually based on specified criteria.

Support for the legislation comes from several major organizations, including The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, Bridgestone America, Penske, Waste Management, BD Transportation, the American Trucking Associations, and the U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association.

Joe Burke of Goodyear highlighted both economic and operational advantages: “The Resilient Tire Supply and Jobs Act provides a critical incentive to support local jobs, help commercial truck fleets operate more efficiently, and reinforces our leadership in domestic manufacturing,” he said. “Tire retreading is essential to keeping America’s trucking fleets moving and supports thousands of U.S. jobs, delivering real cost savings and operational benefits for the commercial trucks that move our nation’s economy. We thank Senator Husted for his leadership in strengthening America’s retread industry and securing this vital domestic supply chain today and into the future.”

Further details about the legislation can be found through official channels.