{"id":2628967,"date":"2026-07-13T07:47:02","date_gmt":"2026-07-13T11:47:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/california-eco-tyranny-destroyed-by-new-epa-rule\/"},"modified":"2026-07-13T07:52:11","modified_gmt":"2026-07-13T11:52:11","slug":"california-eco-tyranny-destroyed-by-new-epa-rule","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/california-eco-tyranny-destroyed-by-new-epa-rule\/","title":{"rendered":"California Eco-Tyranny Destroyed By New EPA Rule"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">14<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fcalifornia-eco-tyranny-destroyed-by-new-epa-rule%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2628967&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><p>The article discusses recent changes announced by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding automotive aftermarket parts regulation. The EPA has issued an advisory allowing manufacturers to demonstrate compliance with federal emissions standards through the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) certification program, bypassing California\u2019s stricter \u201cgreen\u201d regulations.This move aims to provide a national pathway for certification, promoting consumer choice and supporting the automotive aftermarket industry. EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin emphasized that products certified by SEMA meet federal requirements and can be used for vehicle repairs across the U.S. The policy clarifies how aftermarket companies can certify emissions compliance without relying solely on California\u2019s standards, aligning with President Trump\u2019s commitment to supporting American auto industry investments and jobs. Industry leaders like Holley and advocacy figures praised the decision as a positive step for innovation and responsible product advancement. Conversely, California\u2019s authority, represented by CARB, criticizes these federal measures, citing concerns over emission standards and electric vehicle regulations. The article also references recent legal and political developments affecting vehicle emissions policies, including Supreme Court rulings and ongoing debates over California\u2019s regulatory influence.  <\/p>\n<p class=\"readmore\">\n    <button onclick=\"showReadMore()\" id=\"readmorebtn\">Read more&#8230;<\/button>\n<\/p>\n<hr id=\"line\">\n<span id=\"more\"><br \/>\n<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\"><br \/>\n<?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><html><body><\/p>\n<section> \t\t\t\t<script>console.log(\"ad slot (AC1)\")<\/script><script>console.log(\"ad slot (IC1)\")<\/script><script>console.log(\"ad slot (IC2)\")<\/script><script>console.log(\"ad slot (IC3)\")<\/script><\/p>\n<p>The Environmental Protection Agency recently announced that manufacturers could sell car parts that defy California\u2019s \u201cgreen\u201d regulations in the other 49 U.S. states.Under the EPA\u2019s advisory opinion, manufacturers can <a href=\"https:\/\/img.g003.enterprise.ipost.com\/static\/pref\/img\/client\/s\/semaenews\/Assets\/PDFs\/20260701letter_EPAResponse.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">demonstrate<\/a> compliance with the federal Clean Air Act through Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) emissions certificate program rather first obtaining approval from California regulators.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAmericans should not be forced to solely rely on California to certify aftermarket products. Starting today, Americans can trust that products certified by SEMA meet federal requirements and can be used to repair vehicles,\u201d EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin <a href=\"https:\/\/www.epa.gov\/newsreleases\/epa-implements-new-freedom-fix-presidential-memorandum-gives-sema-greenlight-certify?utm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">said<\/a> in the agency\u2019s July 1 press release.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe Tampering Policy explains how a person may demonstrate that an aftermarket product does not adversely affect automotive emissions by documenting that an appropriate vehicle equipped with the product will pass the same emissions tests used by the original equipment manufacturer to certify the vehicle under the Clean Air Act,\u201d EPA assistant administrator Jeffrey Hall <a href=\"https:\/\/www.epa.gov\/system\/files\/documents\/2026-07\/epa-response-to-sema.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">stated<\/a> in a letter to Specialty Equipment Market Association CEO Mike Spagnola on July 1.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe EPA\u2019s Tampering Policy provides guidance to aftermarket manufacturers for meeting the \u2018reasonable basis\u2019 criteria for emissions compliance. The policy indicates that certification level testing done in a fashion similar to that required by California Air Resources Board (CARB) for the EO process is appropriate,\u201d SEMA Certified-Emissions\u2019 website <a href=\"https:\/\/www.epa.gov\/newsreleases\/epa-implements-new-freedom-fix-presidential-memorandum-gives-sema-greenlight-certify?utm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">stated<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>CARB is a California agency dedicated\u00a0to combatting climate change which is responsible for setting the state\u2019s strict vehicle standards.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cPresident [Donald] Trump\u2019s commitment to reviving the American auto industry has been unwavering and has already yielded hundreds of billions in new investments, supported American jobs and expanded consumer choice,\u201d Zeldin continued. \u201cWith the aftermarket sector being a key piece of the industry, EPA is proud to deliver on the president\u2019s agenda for the small businesses producing aftermarket parts and on behalf of the Americans who purchase those parts.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The EPA confirmed receipt of the Daily Caller News Foundation\u2019s request for comment but did not immediately give a response.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cHolley is grateful for the work the EPA has done to support the automotive aftermarket and help create clearer pathways for compliant products,\u201d Holley Group Vice President of Engineering Aaron Stewart said in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.epa.gov\/newsreleases\/epa-implements-new-freedom-fix-presidential-memorandum-gives-sema-greenlight-certify?utm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">release<\/a>. \u201cThe acceptance of SEMA Certified-Emissions is an important step forward for the industry and helps manufacturers continue developing clean, compliant products that consumers can use to repair, modify, and enjoy their vehicles. We appreciate the continued push to support responsible innovation and bring better products to market.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Holley\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/investor.holley.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">website<\/a> calls it \u201ca leading designer, marketer and manufacturer of high-performance automotive products for car and truck enthusiasts.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAs a lifelong enthusiast, a right to repair and right to modify advocate, and someone who has spent decades in vehicle diagnostics and the automotive aftermarket, I believe EPA\u2019s recognition of SEMA Certified-Emissions is an important and practical step forward,\u201d Opus Intelligent Vehicle Support CEO Brian Herron <a href=\"https:\/\/www.epa.gov\/newsreleases\/epa-implements-new-freedom-fix-presidential-memorandum-gives-sema-greenlight-certify?utm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">said<\/a> in the press release.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis action gives responsible companies a clear, nationally recognized path to demonstrate compliance while continuing to innovate and serve consumers. I appreciate Administrator Zeldin and the Trump Administration for advancing regulatory clarity that supports clean air, American businesses, and the enthusiast community,\u201d Herron continued.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cCARB\u2019s proposal appears to be nothing more than scare tactics to coerce car companies into limiting consumer choice and selling unaffordable and impractical electric vehicles that Americans do not want to buy,\u201d Assistant Administrator for Air and Radiation Aaron Szabo said in September 2025. \u201cCalifornia appears dead set on wasting hard-earned taxpayer dollars and forcing their rejected standards on the rest of the country.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The Supreme Court\u2019s June 2025 ruling in Diamond Alternative energy v. EPA, the decision removed a key procedural barrier to the Trump administration\u2019s goals. 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