The Trump administration is intensifying its confrontation with California regarding gas-powered vehicle regulations. As part of this effort, officials are discussing using the Congressional Review Act to eliminate California's long-held authority to set its own fuel-efficiency standards. This move has significant implications, as California's stringent standards have historically influenced national auto production. The waiver, granted over 50 years ago due to California's severe air pollution issues, allowed the state to impose stricter regulations than federal law requires, impacting the entire automotive market.
"The California waivers have national impact. It's not isolated to California. When California raises its standards, the auto industry follows suit across the nation."
"For decades, automakers have bent their car production lines to meet California mileage standards, a strategy considered safer given the frequent changes in federal power."
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