Eight States Support Ohio's Challenge to California's Electric Vehicle Mandate

Iowa Leads Coalition in Court Filing

Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird has taken the lead in a coalition of eight states that have filed a court brief in support of Ohio's challenge to California's mandate requiring all new cars and vehicles sold in the state to be electric by 2035.

States Involved

In addition to Iowa and Ohio, the coalition includes:

• Alabama
• Georgia
• Indiana
• Mississippi
• North Dakota
• Texas

Arguments Against the Mandate

The coalition argues that California's mandate violates the Commerce Clause of the U.S. Constitution, which gives Congress the power to regulate interstate commerce.

They also argue that the mandate is an overreach of state authority and that it will harm the economies of other states that rely on the production and sale of gasoline-powered vehicles.

Legal Precedent

The coalition's arguments are supported by a 2007 Supreme Court ruling that struck down a similar mandate by California on the grounds that it violated the Commerce Clause.

Impact on the Auto Industry

If Ohio's challenge is successful, it could have a significant impact on the auto industry, as it would prevent other states from adopting similar mandates.

It could also lead to a decrease in the demand for gasoline-powered vehicles, which could have a negative impact on the economies of states that rely on the production and sale of these vehicles.