California braces for possible gas price hike after tighter climate rules [Video]

California drivers may soon see a hike in gas prices after state regulators approved tougher standards for reining in climate emissions. 

The California Air Resources Board (CARB), which comprises board members appointed by Gov. Gavin Newsom and the Democrat-controlled legislature, voted Friday to update the Golden State’s Low Carbon Fuel Standards (LCFS). 

The board says the updates are aimed at increasing cleaner fuel and transportation options for California drivers, and accelerating zero-emission infrastructure – all of which are part of the state’s broader aims to be carbon-neutral by 2045. 

CARB Chair Liane Randolph said the new policy “strikes a balance between reducing the environmental and health impacts of transportation fuel used in California and ensuring that low-carbon options are available as the state continues to work toward a zero-emissions future.” 

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