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Public Utility Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Acquisition Requirement

Any state regulation that seeks to require or compel the procurement of medium- and heavy-duty ZEVs must authorize public agency utilities to purchase ZEV replacements for traditional utility-specialized vehicles that are at the end-of-life.

(Reference California Vehicle Code 28500)

Jurisdiction: California

Type: Laws and Regulations

Enacted: Oct 8, 2023

Technologies: EVs, Hydrogen Fuel Cells

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