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Republican States Challenge California and EPA Over Emission Rules

Coalitions argue new mandates for electric trucks will disrupt the economy and overstep constitutional bounds

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Overview

  • Nebraska leads 24-state lawsuit against EPA's truck emission standards, citing economic concerns.
  • 17 states file separate lawsuit against California's zero-emission vehicle mandates for heavy-duty trucks.
  • Critics claim the rules will raise prices, strain supply chains, and impact jobs across the nation.
  • EPA projects the new standards will prevent up to 1 billion tons of carbon emissions over 30 years.
  • California seeks to phase out all gas-powered vehicles by 2035, intensifying legal and political battles.