Please read the following, it's a letter to congress. and tell me if it sounds good or do I sound like a jackass in it.


The following information has been brought to my attention and the attention of thousands of people like myself that are trying to enjoy the outdoors in many ways, one of those ways includes fourwheeling.

U.S. Senate Bill Would Fund Scrappage Programs Nationwide

A bill (S. 1766) has been introduced in the U.S. Senate containing a
provision (Section 803) that would federally fund state scrappage programs for vehicles over 15 years old. Owners who turn in vehicles for crushing would receive a "minimal" payment and a future credit toward purchasing a newer vehicle, all in a misguided attempt to improve the overall fuel economy of the country's vehicle fleet. This bill represents the most formidable Federal legislative threat to the vehicle hobby in many years.

Oppose the Use of U.S. Taxpayer Dollars for Scrappage

- Section 803 of S. 1766 would give states that don't currently operate
scrappage programs an extra incentive to create a program due to generous
federal funding.

- Section 803 of S. 1766 requires that federally funded state scrappage
programs crush every car. It threatens enthusiasts nationwide with the loss
of valuable parts and parts-cars for repair, restoration, and customization
projects.

- Section 803 of S. 1766 does not require states to determine the fuel
efficiency of vehicles being scrapped or that scrapped vehicles are being
replaced by more fuel-efficient vehicles.

- Section 803 of S. 1766 ignores the fact that cars turned in for scrappage
often barely run or are rarely driven second or third vehicles that have a
minimal impact on overall fuel economy.

- Section 803 of S. 1766 will diminish the availability of affordable
transportation and repair parts to low-income drivers as more and more older
cars are crushed.

- Section 803 of S. 1766 does not guarantee that low-income individuals
will be able to afford to purchase new vehicles - let alone more fuel
efficient vehicles - with the money provided by scrappage programs.

- Section 803 of S. 1766 ignores more socially responsible and
cost-effective policy options like voluntary vehicle repair and upgrade
programs that maximize the fuel efficiency of existing vehicles.

Being a United States representative of a state where hundreds and even thousands of people participate in hobbies such as automotive restoration and/or just plain enjoyment. For example the Sugar Valley Ralley, and the many carshows that go on around the state. I would hope to see you do your part to put this bill "out of commission" so to speak. This bill would cost the state thousands in income from loss of jobs from salvage yards going out of business and towing companies losing business, and even the revenue seen from people attending the above listed activities. I will be contacting many other congressmen and women and urging them to do the same. Please spread the word and talk about this issue with your co-workers. :usa:

you should run for president.

I second that! Sounds good:)

Stats. Back up your statements with numbers.

Does Nebraska have a state tourism dept? Find out if they have figures on who attend everything you're talking about... Talk to Nebraska Dept of Statistics and see if they can tell you how many people work in the trades you mention.

Put numbers to it.

EDIT: But if you suck at statistical shit and research, it won't be fun. :D

try The Nebraska Databook (http://info.neded.org/stathand/contents.htm). It's got enough info to make you go BATTY. :D

Sounds great!! So when are you running for office?

:D :D

Originally posted by ColdNorth
Stats. Back up your statements with numbers.

Does Nebraska have a state tourism dept? Find out if they have figures on who attend everything you're talking about... Talk to Nebraska Dept of Statistics and see if they can tell you how many people work in the trades you mention.

Put numbers to it.

EDIT: But if you suck at statistical shit and research, it won't be fun. :D

try The Nebraska Databook (http://info.neded.org/stathand/contents.htm). It's got enough info to make you go BATTY. :D

Thanks for the input, As soon as I have a free minute I will do just that.

i work in the Gov't and i agree that if you do not have numbers to back anything up it won't stand up. You letter is very well put, but the points you make need statistical data. If it is a letter GOING to congress i would change "co-workers" to "fellow members of Congress" sounds more professional IMHO.

Sounds good. Find someone who will spend some time on it, and edit it for grammar, punctuation, etc.

I am also going with putting in statistical data and the "fellow members of Congress". IMHO, ptetions with large numbers of verifyable signers would also gain the more serious attention of Congress. These petitions along with phone calls, emails, and other personal letters reiterating the same would also hold some weight. I know there are websites out there that can accommodate the verifiable petitions/registration. You can also write up a professional looking petition and distribute them to all of the junk, salvage, and wrecking yards across the nation. Car shows, rallies, etc. would also be an excellent place to set up a petition booth. If you contact the organizers of these functions and explain exactly what and why you are doing this I am sure they would lend a hand in advertising/supporting this petition. Other BBS boards like Pirate would also be an awesome source of signers in which to gain signatures. Contact the moderators of these boards and eplain to them as well. I am certain they would get on board as well in helping to direct their subscribers to the petition website and in writing letters & making some phone calls.

IF you are really serious about doing this... then JUST DO IT!
The moderators of this board would be an excellent place to start. Best of Luck on this venture! I will help in the gathering of information for my area if you want it. Keith a.k.a. TIGGER4X