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This bill addresses restrictions on the sale and transfer of diesel-powered on-track equipment (such as locomotives and rail vehicles) by public entities after decommissioning. The legislation aims to reduce harmful air pollution by prohibiting public entities from selling or donating their decommissioned diesel equipment for continued use, with some specific exceptions. These exceptions allow transfer if the equipment meets certain federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) emissions standards (Tier 2, Tier 3, or Tier 4), the transaction is approved in a public meeting, and the public entity can certify that the transfer will result in a net air quality benefit. The bill is motivated by concerns about diesel emissions, which are known to cause serious health problems like cancer and asthma, particularly in communities near rail operations. The legislation reflects California's broader goals of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and transitioning to cleaner transportation technologies. By requiring transparency through public website documentation and potential emissions modifications, the bill seeks to ensure that decommissioned diesel equipment does not continue to negatively impact air quality when transferred to new owners.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure

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