California's clean air vehicle decal program may end soon

California's clean air vehicle decal program may soon end. This program allows electric vehicles (EVs) to use carpool lanes, even with just one person inside. The decals are easy to spot and have been popular among EV drivers. California lawmakers are working to extend this program. They passed a bill called AB 2678, which would keep the program running until 2027. However, the program may still end on September 30 if the federal government does not take action. Supporters believe the program encourages people to drive cleaner, reducing pollution and traffic congestion. More than a million decals have been issued since the program began, with over 465,000 active stickers currently on vehicles. As the deadline approaches, many drivers are concerned about losing this benefit. Lawmakers argue this program is a helpful incentive rather than a strict mandate. They want to ensure the program continues to benefit the environment and California drivers.