California lawmakers have introduced measures to challenge new regulations by the state’s Air Resources Board, which require ships and harbor craft to reduce emissions while docked. Critics argue the rules—dubbed "hidden climate taxes"—will raise operational costs for businesses and ultimately burden consumers. The resolutions aim to reverse the policies, framing them as an overreach that could strain maritime industries and economic activity. Supporters of the regulations, however, have not yet weighed in on the proposed legislative action.
California Reps. Vince Fong and James Gallagher introduced two joint resolutions to overturn the California Air Resources Board's Vessels At-Berth and Commercial Harbor Craft regulations, which they argue act as hidden climate taxes increasing costs for consumers.
