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So much for states' rights!
Hi, how the fuck is this legal to do? Isn't california allowed to always set its own product standards within its borders?
Yes, probably. Its likely enough that the article ends with:
California Gov. Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta said last week they'll sue once he does.
competent AGs rarely file cases they don't believe they can win.
According to the 10th amendment, the federal government can only regulate in areas specifically designated by the constitution. The feds can regulate interstate commerce, but not intrastate commerce. Though at times, courts have interpreted interstate very broadly.
Federal statutes gave california a waver to set their own emissions regulations. This law would remove those so it would be up to a court to decide if the feds have that authority.
this post was submitted on 26 May 2025
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