US House Bill Could Repeal VA’s CA Clean Vehicle Standards

The U.S. House of Representatives will vote this week on a bill impacting Virginia’s ability to set clean vehicle emissions standards. The bill targets California standards requiring 100 percent zero-emission vehicle sales by 2035, which Virginia and 16 other states have adopted. Supporters of the standards say they encourage electric vehicles, saving consumers money and reducing pollution, while opponents claim they restrict consumer choice. A Government Accountability Office report suggests Congress may not have the authority to repeal the standards. The U.S. Senate is also considering similar legislation.