The U.S. Senate's recent vote to block California's mandate to phase out gas-powered cars is a significant setback for the state's aggressive transition to electric vehicles. This decision invalidates a waiver granted by the Biden administration and threatens California's longstanding efforts to tackle severe air pollution and reduce greenhouse gases, leading to potential legal confrontations between California and the Trump administration. Advocates argue that such a mandate is crucial for public health, while opponents label it impractical and costly, impacting consumers' choices.
Under California's mandate, 35% of new 2026 model cars sold in the state must be zero-emissions, ramping up to 68% in 2030 and 100% in 2035.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has denounced the move by Congress, vowing that 'zero-emission vehicles are here to stay.'
The decision to revoke a waiver that the Biden administration granted to California could upend the state's decades-long efforts and authority to clean up its air pollution.
Senate Republicans claim that the electric car mandate is costly and impractical, which prevents consumers from making their own choices.
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