Advocacy Public Documents

The California Special Districts Association and other organizations submitted comments to the California Air Resources Board (CARB) expressing concerns over proposed amendments to the Advanced Clean Fleets (ACF) regulations. They argue that the amendments significantly broaden the regulations' scope by applying them to private fleets contracting with local governments, which they believe exceeds CARB's authority. The organizations warn that this expansion could lead to increased costs for local governments and ratepayers due to the higher expenses associated with electric vehicles and the costly infrastructure needed for implementation. They also highlight the need for clarity in the regulations to prevent confusion regarding affected contracts and raise concerns about the practicality of these regulations during emergencies, when electric vehicles may not function due to power outages.