U.S. DOJ Sues California Cities Over Natural Gas Restrictions in New Buildings
- brg_news_room
- Mar 3
- 1 min read
USA: The Trump Administration has filed a lawsuit against two cities in California over local ordinances that effectively prohibit natural gas piping and appliances, potentially setting the stage for broader regulatory disputes at the state level.
On Jan. 5, the U.S. Department of Justice initiated legal action against the cities of Petaluma and Morgan Hill, arguing that their rules banning natural gas installations in newly constructed buildings are unlawful and harmful. However, city officials maintain that their policies comply with federal law and consider the lawsuit unnecessary. Regardless of the outcome, the case is likely to influence future state regulations targeting natural gas and other fossil fuels, which could affect the range of options available to HVAC industry customers.
Source: ACHR News