Maryland LCV Applauds Governor Moore’s Executive Order on Advanced Clean Cars II and Advanced Clean Trucks Program
The Maryland League of Conservation Voters celebrates Governor Wes Moore’s executive order acknowledging the importance of reducing emissions from motor vehicles while also recognizing the market uncertainty auto and truck manufacturers and dealers are currently experiencing. Establishing the Maryland ACC II and ACT Working Group (“Working Group”) to ensure the successful implementation of these programs in Maryland is an approach that will help maintain Maryland’s leadership in addressing climate change impacts. Maryland LCV congratulates Governor Moore and Delegate Dana Stein (District 11B, Baltimore County), for recognizing a concern and designing a solution that will best serve Maryland’s unique transportation needs and climate goals.
“We thank Governor Moore for his leadership in advancing Maryland’s clean vehicle standards through a collaborative approach,” said Kim Coble, Executive Director of Maryland LCV. “With the establishment of this working group the Administration demonstrates its commitment to addressing climate change while ensuring Maryland develops solutions that work best for our state, including our business sector.”
The executive order directs the Maryland Department of the Environment to exercise its discretion in enforcing penalties associated with zero-emission vehicle delivery sales shortfalls for model years 2027 and 2028, while bringing together key stakeholders, including environmental organizations, to develop recommendations for successful implementation. This 15-member working group will submit its findings and recommendations to the Governor and General Assembly by December 31, 2025.
“Communities across Maryland, particularly those historically overburdened by transportation pollution, will benefit from this thoughtful approach,” said Kim Coble, Executive Director. “This executive order ensures we continue moving forward with reducing harmful emissions from our transportation sector while creating a process that considers the needs of all Marylanders.”