PASADENA, CA--(Marketwired - August 23, 2016) - Today the California State Assembly approved legislation, Senate Bill 32 (D-Pavley), which extends California's landmark climate protection policies through 2030. In order to become law, the measure must go back to the Senate for concurrence. Senate Bill 32 is also still dependent on passage of companion legislation.
"The State Assembly voted today in favor of job creation, and to make California a leader in the clean transportation technology industry going forward. We expect that passage of this measure will lead to more in-state manufacturing jobs for advanced vehicles and components," said CALSTART President and CEO, John Boesel.
The Floor vote on behalf of Senate Bill 32 was led by Assemblyman Eduardo Garcia (D-Coachella). Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon also spoke in favor of the bill. The historic measure passed by a wide margin with 48 "aye" votes.
The legislation is double-joined with Assembly Bill 197, which still needs to be approved by the State Assembly.
About CALSTART
CALSTART and its 160 member companies are dedicated to expanding and supporting a clean transportation industry that cleans the air, creates jobs and economic opportunities, reduces greenhouse gas emissions and secures our transportation energy future. CALSTART's member companies represent a broad range of clean transportation technologies, and the fleets that use them, including fuel providers, truck, bus and car makers and Fortune 500 companies. For further information visit www.calstart.org
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