California's Electric Vehicle Mandate Faces Legal Challenge
8 States File Court Brief
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird is leading a coalition of eight states in challenging California's electric vehicle mandate. The mandate, imposed by a 2023 regulation called Advanced Clean Fleets, requires automakers to sell an increasing number of zero-emission vehicles in the state.
Arguments Against the Mandate
Bird and the other attorneys general argue that the mandate will:
- Increase costs for consumers
- Harm the economy
- Exceed the authority granted to California under the Clean Air Act
They also argue that the mandate is unnecessary, as the market is already moving towards electric vehicles.
Legal Implications
The lawsuit is a significant challenge to California's authority to regulate vehicle emissions. If the states are successful, it could set a precedent for other states to challenge California's environmental regulations.
Next Steps
The lawsuit is currently being reviewed by the courts. It is unclear when a decision will be made.
Sources
- https://www.ag.iowa.gov/press-release/iowa-attorney-general-leads-multistate-coalition-challenge-californias-electric-vehicle
- https://www.courthousenews.com/california-ev-mandate-faces-legal-challenge-from-8-states/
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