In a significant legislative move, the Republican-controlled U.S. Senate voted 51-44 to revoke California's stringent vehicle emission standards, which aimed to phase out gasoline-only cars by 2035. This decision nullifies a Biden-era waiver that allowed California to enforce stricter zero-emission vehicle mandates, crucial for reducing air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. The Advanced Clean Cars II rule required a steady increase in zero-emission and plug-in hybrid vehicles, aligning with California's environmental goals. Its repeal not only undermines state efforts to combat air quality issues but may also lead to legal battles if enacted into law by President Trump.
The Advanced Clean Cars II rule mandated that starting next year, 35% of all new vehicles supplied to California dealerships be zero-emission or plug-in hybrids, intensifying the state’s transition towards clean vehicles.
In a surprising move, the Republican-controlled Senate voted to overturn California's vehicle emission standards, effectively thwarting a significant measure aimed at reducing carbon emissions and improving air quality.
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