Bill
SF 493
Overview: Bill Number: SF 493, Title: Pollution Control Agency prohibition from banning the purchase or use of motor vehicles powered by internal combustion engines, Status: Referr
Overview: Bill Number: SF 493, Title: Pollution Control Agency prohibition from banning the purchase or use of motor vehicles powered by internal combustion engines, Status: Referred to Environment, Climate, and Legacy, Introduced: March 04, 2025, Classification: bill, Subject: environment, Motor Vehicles, Pollution and Pollution Control Agency
Purpose and Intent: The main purpose of this bill is to prohibit the state's Pollution Control Agency from banning the purchase or use of motor vehicles powered by internal combustion engines. The intent is to preserve the ability of consumers to continue using traditional gasoline-powered vehicles.
Key Provisions:
- Explicitly prohibits the Pollution Control Agency from enacting any rules or regulations that would ban the purchase or use of internal combustion engine vehicles
- Maintains the current regulatory framework for vehicle emissions and pollution control, without introducing new restrictions on internal combustion engines
Affected Parties and Impacts: This bill would primarily impact the Pollution Control Agency, as it would limit the agency's authority to regulate vehicle emissions and potentially transition the state towards alternative fuel or electric vehicles. Consumers who prefer or rely on internal combustion engine vehicles would also be affected, as they would be able to continue using these types of vehicles without restriction.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been referred to the Environment, Climate, and Legacy committee for further consideration. Depending on the committee's review and any potential amendments, the bill may then move forward in the legislative process for a full floor vote and potential enactment.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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