By Ed Munster.
(January 23, 2024)—According to a report by the Yankee Institute, “rumors have been circulating within the state Capitol this week that lawmakers may be summoned for a special session. This session may involve a controversial vote on whether to ban the sale of new gas-powered automobiles by 2035.”
“While the rumor remains unconfirmed, the question remains why Gov. Ned Lamont and lawmakers are opting for this approach. There is also the possibility that the General Assembly, recognizing the unpopularity of the mandate, may ask for a study on the impact of its implementation, kicking the issue until after the 2024 state election.”
“The concern is that such an unpopular regulation would be decided without public input, as the special session process circumvents the necessity of a public hearing. Initially, the mandate from the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) was pulled from a vote in the Legislative Regulation Review Committee by the Lamont administration for not securing enough support. Nevertheless, the governor promised to return to the issue.”
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