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AB 2635 (Rodriguez) / Offer Zero-Emission Vouchers / Small-Off-Road Equipment / 2025-2026 State Legislative Program

Council File 25-0002-S142

Under review — the city council is backing a state bill that would offer rebates to swap out polluting lawn equipment and generators for cleaner alternatives, but it's waiting for committee approval before a full council vote.

Introduced
2026-09-11
Last changed
2026-09-11
Status
open
Expires
2028-09-11
Committee
Rules, Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee
Mover
EUNISSES HERNANDEZ
Second
IMELDA PADILLA

Brief

Councilmember Eunisses Hernandez introduced a resolution supporting AB 2635 (Rodriguez), state legislation that would offer zero-emission vouchers to help replace or retrofit small off-road equipment. The measure aims to reduce air pollution and emissions from equipment like leaf blowers, generators, and construction tools. The resolution was referred to the Rules, Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee on September 11, 2026, as part of the City's coordinated state legislative positions.

Full summary

This resolution expresses City Council support for AB 2635, authored by State Assemblymember Rodriguez, which proposes a zero-emission voucher program for small off-road equipment. Small off-road equipment—including lawn and garden tools, portable generators, and construction equipment—contributes significantly to urban air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. The bill would create financial incentives for equipment owners to transition to zero-emission alternatives or retrofit existing equipment. Councilmember Eunisses Hernandez moved the resolution, with support from Councilmember Imelda Padilla. By adopting this measure, the City Council formally adds AB 2635 to its 2025-2026 state legislative program, signaling official support for the proposal to state lawmakers and coordinating with regional environmental and air quality initiatives. The resolution was referred to the Rules, Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee on September 11, 2026, where it awaits committee review and scheduling for a full Council vote. No further activity has been recorded. The file expires September 11, 2028.

Activity (1)

  • 2026-09-11 Resolution referred to Rules, Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee.

Documents (1)

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