Elias: California fuel standards shouldn't be changed right now
Briefly

At a moment when Californians are grappling with high gas prices, CARB's potential decision to tighten low carbon fuel standards could lead to a significant price spike at the pump.
Governor Newsom's legislative efforts to mitigate gasoline price gouging starkly contrast with CARB’s intentions, creating an environment where state actions seem misaligned and contradictory.
The California Air Resources Board claims it lacks the capability to gauge the impact of stricter fuel standards on retail gasoline prices, despite projections indicating a possible 65-cent-per-gallon increase.
The juxtaposition of CARB's proposed actions and Governor Newsom's efforts portrays a concerning disconnect in leadership aimed at both improving air quality and managing gasoline affordability.
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