Eleven States Form Coalition to Advance Clean Cars After Senate Vote

In response to the U.S. Senate's vote to revoke California's authority to set its own stringent vehicle emissions standards, eleven states have formed the Affordable Clean Cars Coalition to promote the transition to cleaner, more affordable vehicles and to defend states' rights to regulate air quality. The coalition, led by the U.S. Climate Alliance and including states like California, New York, and Colorado, aims to support U.S. automotive manufacturing, increase consumer choice, and expand accessible infrastructure for electric vehicles. Governors from these states criticized the federal government's move as prioritizing polluters over people and creating market chaos, while pledging to use their Clean Air Act authority to maintain stricter emissions standards and protect public health. California Governor Gavin Newsom announced plans to file a lawsuit against the Trump administration over the repeal, underscoring the states' resistance to federal rollback efforts. The coalition represents a significant portion of the U.S. economy and car market and reflects a continued commitment to advancing clean car policies despite federal opposition. This initiative also highlights ongoing political tensions regarding environmental regulations and the future of the U.S. auto industry.