Bill > AB911

This bill adds Section 43109 to the Health and Safety Code to create an exemption for certain emergency telecommunications vehicles from the Advanced Clean Fleets Regulations, which mandate the transition of medium- and heavy-duty trucks to zero-emission vehicles. Specifically, the bill exempts vehicles owned by emergency telecommunications service providers that are used for critical communication purposes like participating in the federal Emergency Alert System, providing 911 emergency services, or maintaining wireless connectivity during service outages. The bill defines emergency telecommunications service providers as public or private entities responsible for emergency communications or wireless connectivity during emergencies. Emergency telecommunications vehicles are defined as either bucket trucks (vehicles with an elevated personnel lift platform) or "cell on wheels" units (mobile vehicles with telecommunications infrastructure for temporary network coverage). The legislation recognizes the importance of reliable communications during crises like severe weather, wildfires, natural disasters, and other emergencies, and seeks to ensure that zero-emission vehicle mandates do not compromise the ability of these critical service providers to respond quickly and effectively during disruption events.

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

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