California Becomes First State in the Nation to Phase Out Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers
Published by The California State Assembly
California has become the first state to phase out gas-powered leaf blowers and small off-road engines by enacting Assembly Bill 1346. Signed by Governor Gavin Newsom, the law requires zero emissions for these engines by 2024 and allocates $30 million to help landscaping businesses transition to zero-emission equipment. Advocates highlight the bill's significance in reducing air pollution and protecting public health, particularly against risks like asthma and cancer associated with gas engine emissions. Read the press release here.
