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CalEPA chief urges investment in methane detection, Exide cleanup and ZEV incentives as federal rollbacks bite
Summary
CalEPA Secretary Garcia told the Assembly Budget Subcommittee No. 4 that the agency will lean on state programs to cut methane, finish Exide residential cleanups, and push a new point‑of‑sale ZEV incentive as federal policy retrenchment demands a nimble state response.
CalEPA Secretary Garcia urged the Assembly that California must step up as federal leadership in environmental protection retreats, highlighting methane reduction, community air and water protections, and the Exide cleanup among the administration's budget priorities. "I feel extraordinarily privileged to lead an agency where the staff are dedicated to creating real tangible benefits for Californians," Garcia said in opening remarks.
Garcia outlined specific program areas the agency is pitching in the governor's budget: expanding landfill organics diversion and community composting…
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