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House Votes to Halt California's Zero-Emission Vehicle Goals

5/2/2025

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In a surprising move, House Republicans, backed by some Democrats, voted to halt California's efforts for stricter zero-emission vehicle sales and smog reduction. This decision could jeopardize the state's bold 2035 ban on gasoline cars, potentially affecting eleven other states and reshaping the future of the U.S. auto industry towards electric vehicles.

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In a surprising move, House Republicans, backed by some Democrats, voted to halt California's efforts for stricter zero-emission vehicle sales and smog reduction. This decision could jeopardize the state's bold 2035 ban on gasoline cars, potentially affecting eleven other states and reshaping the future of the U.S. auto industry towards electric vehicles.