CA SB34

Air pollution: South Coast Air Quality Management District: mobile sources: Ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles.

Vetoed Senate Laura Richardson (D)
Plain English Summary

CA SB34 aimed to address air pollution in the South Coast Air Quality Management District, particularly focusing on mobile sources of pollution from the Ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles. The bill proposed measures to improve air quality by regulating emissions from vehicles and equipment operating in these busy port areas. However, it was ultimately vetoed and will not become law.

Supporters Say

Supporters of CA SB34 would highlight the bill as a crucial step towards reducing harmful air pollution in one of the most congested regions in California. They would emphasize its potential to protect public health and improve air quality for communities living near the ports, framing it as a necessary action for environmental justice.

Critics Say

Critics of CA SB34 might argue that the bill could impose excessive regulations on businesses operating at the ports, potentially harming the economy and job growth in the area. They may contend that the measures proposed could lead to increased operational costs for shipping companies, ultimately affecting consumers and local economies.

Legislative Votes
Unfinished Business SB34 Richardson Concurrence
Senate · Sep 13, 2025
Passed
30
YEA
0
NAY
Unfinished Business SB34 Richardson Motion to Reconsider Concurrence Reconsider
Senate · Sep 13, 2025
Passed
35
YEA
0
NAY
Unfinished Business SB34 Richardson Motion to Reconsider Concurrence
Senate · Sep 12, 2025
Passed
30
YEA
0
NAY
Unfinished Business SB34 Richardson Motion to Reconsider Concurrence Reconsider
Senate · Sep 12, 2025
Passed
35
YEA
0
NAY
Unfinished Business SB34 Richardson Motion to Reconsider Concurrence
Senate · Sep 12, 2025
Passed
30
YEA
0
NAY
Unfinished Business SB34 Richardson Concurrence
Senate · Sep 12, 2025
Passed
30
YEA
0
NAY
SB 34 Richardson Senate Third Reading By Solache
A · Sep 11, 2025
Passed
59
YEA
0
NAY
Do pass
A · Aug 29, 2025
Passed
15
YEA
0
NAY
Do pass as amended and be re-referred to the Committee on [Appropriations]
A · Jul 14, 2025
Passed
14
YEA
0
NAY
Do pass as amended and be re-referred to the Committee on [Transportation]
A · Jul 7, 2025
Passed
10
YEA
1
NAY
Senate 3rd Reading SB34 Richardson
Senate · Jun 3, 2025
Passed
31
YEA
1
NAY
Do pass
Senate · May 23, 2025
Passed
6
YEA
0
NAY
Placed on suspense file
Senate · May 12, 2025
Passed
7
YEA
0
NAY
Do pass as amended, but first amend, and re-refer to the Committee on [Appropriations]
Senate · Apr 28, 2025
Passed
14
YEA
0
NAY
Do pass, but first be re-referred to the Committee on [Transportation]
Senate · Apr 23, 2025
Passed
8
YEA
0
NAY

Source: LegiScan roll call vote data.

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This summary was generated using AI from the bill's official text and metadata. Data sourced from LegiScan and the California State Legislature. Conflict-of-interest analysis for this bill is coming soon.