Press Releases

Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01), a member of the Ways & Means Trade Subcommittee, released the following statement on the Treasury Department’s guidance on the Inflation Reduction Act’s electric vehicle tax credit.

“Congress and the executive branch must work together on trade policy. The administration’s guidance bypasses the intent of Congress when we passed the Inflation Reduction Act by redefining our understanding of a free trade agreement. The administration’s recent deal with Japan on critical minerals, no matter its merits, undermines Congress’ constitutional authority to regulate foreign commerce. While perhaps more challenging, trade agreements that are negotiated and ratified in partnership with Congress are ultimately more effective, durable, and trusted by the American people.”