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Senate committee advances bill urging coordinated port electrification planning, opponents warn it would restrict air‑district authority
Summary
The Senate Transportation Committee advanced SB 34, requiring coordinated port infrastructure and energy planning to support emissions reductions while prompting opposition from air districts and environmental justice groups.
The Senate Transportation Committee advanced SB 34, a bill directing the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach to prepare assessments and coordinated plans for energy demand, costs, funding, workforce and environmental impacts tied to achieving zero‑emissions goals. The committee passed the measure as amended and sent it to Appropriations.
Author Senator Richardson said SB 34 seeks to support the ports’ transition to cleaner operations while protecting jobs and keeping cargo moving. Supporters — including the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) and the Pacific Merchant…
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