(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont is applauding the Connecticut House of Representatives for giving final approval to legislation (Senate Bill 4) that includes his proposal to adopt California’s emissions standards for medium and heavy-duty vehicles, which will contribute to improved air quality and health outcomes for Connecticut residents. Several of Connecticut’s neighboring states have already adopted similar emissions standards, including Massachusetts, New York, and New Jersey. These standards will ensure that manufacturers are producing cleaner vehicles and offering them for sale in Connecticut, giving prospective consumers more options while reducing a major source of in-state air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. The legislation also makes various statutory changes under the Connecticut Clean Air Act, and establishes several new programs…
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