Legislative Update: Mixed Results for CRTA‑Opposed Bills
This month delivered mixed results for CRTA‑opposed legislation, underscoring the continued debate over California’s clean air strategy.
Updates
Governor Releases Details on $200 Million Light‑Duty ZEV Incentive Proposal
The point‑of‑sale discounts are for first‑time EV buyers. Key program elements remain undefined and the plan excludes funding for medium‑ and heavy‑duty vehicles
Author Holds Current Indirect Source Bill; Looks to Reintroduce in February
The current bill will remain inactive on the Assembly Floor while a new vehicle is introduced into the 2026 Session in February.
Crunch Time at the State Capitol: Budgets, Bills, and Leadership Changes
The second year of the legislative session begins at the California State Capitol amid fast‑moving deadlines and high‑stakes policy and budget decisions.
Bill Authors to Drop Statewide Climate Liability Bills
Alternatively, the authors will focus on local initiatives that support the policy objectives.
Clean Transportation in Spotlight as Legislature Reconvened August 18
The Assembly will convene an informational hearing on the Low Carbon Fuel Standard on August 27, 2025.
Governor Newsom Welcomes New Chief of Staff
Mr. Nathan Barankin began his new position this week.
Coalition Urges Extension of Federal Alternative Fuel Tax Credit
The coalition requests a two-year extension of the AFTC to ensure continued progress in clean transportation deployment and investments.
Governor Approves Bill to Fast-Track Renewable Hydrogen Projects
This CRTA-supported bill streamlines permitting for non-fossil hydrogen production projects.
SB 1420 Approved by Legislature; Heads to Governor
SB 1420 is supported by a large coalition “…ready to help California meet its climate goals with the wide-scale adoption of hydrogen in a broad array of end-uses.”
Synopsis: What’s in California’s $10 Billion Climate Bond?
If approved, this $10 billion bond would finance numerous environmentally-focus projects related to drinking water, wildfire prevention and clean air.
AB 2870 Fails to Move Forward
The bill was pulled from the hearing agenda thus missing the required legislative deadline to advance.