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Pennsylvania clean truck standards

Pennsylvania clean truck standards

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A push to cut diesel pollution on major routes

Pennsylvania is considering adopting Advanced Clean Trucks (ACT) standards. The goal is to cut pollution from medium- and heavy-duty trucks by increasing the share of zero-emission truck sales over time. Winning means Pennsylvania’s Environmental Quality Board adopts the ACT rule and sets it up to start with model year 2028.

Why this matters now

Pennsylvania sits on major freight routes like I-80 and I-76, with busy warehouse areas like the Lehigh Valley. That traffic brings diesel exhaust that can worsen smog and trigger asthma and other heart and lung problems.

Supporters argue ACT would lower health harms and costs, reduce transportation emissions, and keep Pennsylvania from becoming a “dumping ground” for older diesel trucks as nearby states move to cleaner fleets.

What's blocking progress

The remaining step is a regulatory greenlight: Pennsylvania still has not adopted the Advanced Clean Trucks rule. Political pushback tied to “California standards,” industry resistance, and slow rulemaking can delay action.

Strategies

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Lobbying

Governor’s Leadership & Narrative Reframing

Have Governor Shapiro publicly champion the Clean Truck rule as a homegrown win for PA jobs, health, and industry competitiveness.

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Grassroots

Broad Coalition Lobbying & Testimony

Mobilize the coalition of health, environmental, and business voices to flood the DEP public comment and Harrisburg with support.

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1,369 VOTES28% SHARE OF POOL
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Field Testing

Local Demonstration Projects & Pilots

Launch and publicize pilot programs in PA cities to showcase electric trucks in action, building momentum from the ground up.

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Lobbying

Navigating Legislative Minefields

Preempt or neutralize legislative opposition by education and, if needed, negotiation.

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