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California pulls back EPA requests for approval to phase out diesel-powered trains and big rigs


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Published in Politics and Government on Wednesday, January 15th 2025 at 3:01 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • California pulls back EPA requests for approval to phase out diesel-powered trains and big rigs - California has withdrawn requests for the EPA to give the state authority to enforce rules limiting em

California has decided to withdraw its requests from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for waivers that would have allowed the state to phase out diesel-powered trains and big rigs. This decision comes after the EPA, under the Biden administration, had previously granted California the authority to enforce its own emissions standards, which are often stricter than federal regulations. The move to pull back these requests was influenced by the need to reassess the state's strategy in light of potential legal challenges and the complexities involved in transitioning to zero-emission vehicles. The withdrawal aims to provide more time for planning and to ensure that any future regulations are both feasible and enforceable, reflecting a cautious approach to environmental policy implementation.

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