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This bill proposes to modify Connecticut's vehicle emission standards by requiring the state to follow federal vehicle emission standards instead of the previously adopted California vehicle emission standards. Currently, some states, including Connecticut, have the option to adopt stricter vehicle emission standards developed by California, which are often more environmentally stringent than federal standards. By mandating a switch to federal standards, the bill would potentially reduce regulatory complexity and align Connecticut's vehicle emissions requirements with those set by the national Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The bill's purpose appears to be simplifying vehicle emission regulations and potentially reducing compliance costs for vehicle manufacturers and owners in the state. The change would mean that vehicles sold or registered in Connecticut would need to meet the less strict federal emission standards rather than the more comprehensive California standards, which could have implications for air quality and environmental protection efforts.

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