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US Congress moves to block California ban on petrol-only cars

US Congress moves to block California ban on petrol-only cars

Summary

Lawmakers in the U.S. are stopping a California law that aimed to ban petrol-only cars by 2035. Congress voted to cancel a special rule allowing California to have stricter car emission standards than federal rules, a decision that could lead to a legal dispute.

Key Facts

  • The U.S. Senate and House voted to block California’s petrol-only car ban.
  • The California rule aimed to stop the sale of petrol-only cars by 2035.
  • California had a special permission to set stricter emissions standards than federal rules.
  • President Trump is expected to sign this decision into law, potentially leading to a legal battle.
  • California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced plans to sue over this move.
  • Other states like New York and Massachusetts wanted to adopt similar rules, impacting a large part of the car market.
  • Electric vehicles made up about 10% of new car sales in the U.S. last year.
  • Critics argue the emissions standards set by California were unrealistic for carmakers.
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