anannymoose

Adjust my withholding to generate a debt to Th enticement that I claim the rebate on? I think you’re thinking the other direction.

I’m confused here, wouldn’t me underpaying on my income generate a liability that I can then claim this rebate on?

I run a Honda Pilot for this reason. With the seats folded I can haul 8’ lumber or 10’ PVC pipe inside the vehicle, no tie down needed. If I need to tow, I have a 5,000LB tow rating so most anything around the property is possible with a good trailer for a couple thousand extra.

I bought reasonably used, spent about 30k instead of 50k+ for a comparable pickup truck which lacks the ability to haul 7-8 passengers when needed.

Also has the benefit of being one of the most “Made in America” vehicles out there, #3 IIRC.

So, should I wish to purchase a vehicle this tax year, I tell my HR to adjust my income withholding such that I owe 7,500$ come tax time and then reap the rewards?

Or is there more to the incentive structure?

The UN? Make it an international cooperative effort?

No one is banning books, you can go buy as many copies as you want yourself and no one will come for them or you.

Forced spending on garbage content is not a human right.

I would push back on your generalization, the American family sitcoms are as big if not bigger than standup comedy.