The proposed bill seeks to amend the Air Quality Control Act by enacting a new section that prohibits state and local agencies from adopting rules that restrict the production and delivery of zero-emission vehicles. Specifically, it prevents any agency, including the environmental improvement board and local jurisdictions, from implementing regulations that would limit or prohibit the delivery, use, lease, sale, or purchase of vehicles based on their energy source. This includes restrictions on vehicles powered by internal combustion engines as well.
Additionally, the bill disallows the establishment of any requirements that mandate a certain percentage of vehicles to be delivered or sold based on their energy source. The intent of this legislation is to ensure that businesses and individuals have the freedom to choose vehicles without being subjected to regulations that favor zero-emission options over traditional vehicles.