Note: There is an update post at the end of the thread, current as of 10/22/2014.
I am happy to announce that the Washington Electric Vehicle Advocacy PAC (WEVA PAC) is now live and has accepted its first donations. More information is available at the wevapac.com web site with the link below:
Home
The WEVA PAC is a strictly non-partisan organization lobbying and supporting law makers for key issues on EV policy. Examples include:
- Support for continuing the EV sales tax exemption
- Fair treatment for EVs in road taxes
- Support for a free market that welcomes any car company that is innovating with electric vehicles
The WEVA PAC needs contributions and volunteers.
Donations
We are looking for donations from as many donors as possible to show the level of support for EVs that a state with the highest per capita EV use can rally. Even small $10 donations have significant value here. To make donating as easy as possible the web site supports on-line donation via paypal.
But we are also looking to build a significant fund in order to have the maximum possible impact in Olympia. Because of this we are looking for a small number of large donors to jump start its operations as a select group of founding members. We are looking for founders to donate $1000.
This is certainly a significant ask. But when you consider the impact of EVs and sustainable transport on society it will be money well invested. And recall that in Washington the EV you may have purchased (or are looking to purchase) came with no sales tax (an almost 10% savings) and a $7500 federal tax credit. The WEVA PAC can be an excellent place to "pay forward" with some of those funds.
Volunteers
The WEVA PAC is also looking for a number of volunteers.
Web site builder - The [very] basic WEVA PAC web site needs a talented volunteer to give it the attention it needs.
Fund Raising Chairperson - We are looking for a volunteer to coordinate our initial fund raising activities.
Volunteers to Lobby in Olympia - We would like to collect a list of registered WA voters who are willing to spend a day or two working with legislators in Olympia. We are especially interested in people reaching out to the representatives and senator from their own voting district
Graphic Artist - To help with the web site and to design a WEVA PAC Logo
If interested in helping please e-mail: [email protected]
The WEVA PAC is registered with the Washington State Public Disclosure Commission. Its operations will be completely transparent with all donations and spending documented with the state and explained to supporters.
I think existing EV advocacy groups like Plug In America and the Seattle Electric Vehicle Association (SEVA) are doing a great job in general education (ex: National Plug In Day) and informing our legislatures of the wisdom of EV friendly laws.
But the recent overwhelming votes in Olympia to pass the dealer protection act (93-3 and 47-0) convinced me of the power of money and a strong lobby. In addition the situation in New Jersey and other states was just more confirmation for me that we need to at least try to fight back. For example, even though the press talks about Ohio as a success for Tesla, it limits Tesla to only one more store and freezes all other possible car start ups out of the direct model. This is in addition to other key EV issues that will be raised in the next legislative session in Olympia. For example extending the EV sales tax for electric cars.
I would like the WEVA PAC to provide money to back up the enthusiasm of EV owners (like the great turn out of Tesla owners in Olympia on short notice) and existing advocacy groups.
I you would like additional information please PM me or email [email protected]
I am happy to announce that the Washington Electric Vehicle Advocacy PAC (WEVA PAC) is now live and has accepted its first donations. More information is available at the wevapac.com web site with the link below:
Home
The WEVA PAC is a strictly non-partisan organization lobbying and supporting law makers for key issues on EV policy. Examples include:
- Support for continuing the EV sales tax exemption
- Fair treatment for EVs in road taxes
- Support for a free market that welcomes any car company that is innovating with electric vehicles
The WEVA PAC needs contributions and volunteers.
Donations
We are looking for donations from as many donors as possible to show the level of support for EVs that a state with the highest per capita EV use can rally. Even small $10 donations have significant value here. To make donating as easy as possible the web site supports on-line donation via paypal.
But we are also looking to build a significant fund in order to have the maximum possible impact in Olympia. Because of this we are looking for a small number of large donors to jump start its operations as a select group of founding members. We are looking for founders to donate $1000.
This is certainly a significant ask. But when you consider the impact of EVs and sustainable transport on society it will be money well invested. And recall that in Washington the EV you may have purchased (or are looking to purchase) came with no sales tax (an almost 10% savings) and a $7500 federal tax credit. The WEVA PAC can be an excellent place to "pay forward" with some of those funds.
Volunteers
The WEVA PAC is also looking for a number of volunteers.
Web site builder - The [very] basic WEVA PAC web site needs a talented volunteer to give it the attention it needs.
Fund Raising Chairperson - We are looking for a volunteer to coordinate our initial fund raising activities.
Volunteers to Lobby in Olympia - We would like to collect a list of registered WA voters who are willing to spend a day or two working with legislators in Olympia. We are especially interested in people reaching out to the representatives and senator from their own voting district
Graphic Artist - To help with the web site and to design a WEVA PAC Logo
If interested in helping please e-mail: [email protected]
The WEVA PAC is registered with the Washington State Public Disclosure Commission. Its operations will be completely transparent with all donations and spending documented with the state and explained to supporters.
I think existing EV advocacy groups like Plug In America and the Seattle Electric Vehicle Association (SEVA) are doing a great job in general education (ex: National Plug In Day) and informing our legislatures of the wisdom of EV friendly laws.
But the recent overwhelming votes in Olympia to pass the dealer protection act (93-3 and 47-0) convinced me of the power of money and a strong lobby. In addition the situation in New Jersey and other states was just more confirmation for me that we need to at least try to fight back. For example, even though the press talks about Ohio as a success for Tesla, it limits Tesla to only one more store and freezes all other possible car start ups out of the direct model. This is in addition to other key EV issues that will be raised in the next legislative session in Olympia. For example extending the EV sales tax for electric cars.
I would like the WEVA PAC to provide money to back up the enthusiasm of EV owners (like the great turn out of Tesla owners in Olympia on short notice) and existing advocacy groups.
I you would like additional information please PM me or email [email protected]
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