Cash for clunkers bill!

[Tomsriv]

I didn't know where else to post this, but this is important.

http://money.cnn.com/2009/05/05/news...kers/index.htm

According to this article the Senate version is not done yet. Please write your senators!

Henry Waxman, if my memory serves me correctly, was the politician who allowed vehicles 73 and earlier to be smog exempt in California back in the 90's. So that gives me a little hope that he won't target our old cars. This is a snippet of what I am writing to my representatives...

I am concerned about the new cash for clunkers program. It will not create jobs, it will take away jobs of auto mechanics and the numerous industries which make accessories for trucks and SUVs.
This program is also certain to be full of fraud as most “clunkers” are not driven and will only be brought back to life long enough to trade them in for a government handout.
As a classic car enthusiast I would like to know if there is an age cut-off for this program? This will have a detrimental impact on a very safe and sane hobby of auto restoration. Countless small business make parts for old cars. In addition, many cities host car shows to bring people and business into town. Without old cars to restore the hobby will die. With this legislation the environment will not win.

We need to find out if their is a year cut-off, among other details.
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