ZERO-EMISSION VEHICLE RULE PROHIBITION

SB 139 prohibits New Mexico state and local agencies from adopting or enforcing rules that restrict vehicle sales or purchases based on energy source (like banning electric or gas vehicles) or mandate specific percentages of zero-emission vehicles. It directly affects state environmental agencies, local boards, and municipalities responsible for air quality regulations under the Air Quality Control Act. The bill blocks three key rule types: (1) rules limiting vehicles by energy source, (2) rules banning internal combustion engine vehicles, and (3) rules requiring a minimum percentage of zero-emission vehicles. This prevents regulatory actions that would favor or restrict certain vehicle types, focusing solely on prohibiting those specific policy mechanisms.