California lawmakers and the governor’s office say they’re making a major effort to lure the Tesla Motors’ $5 billion battery factory to the Golden State.
A bipartisan pair of state senators — have sponsored “urgency” legislation, expressing “intent to provide financial and regulatory incentives to expedite groundbreaking and construction of the plant in California.”
New Mexico is among five states competing for the plant.
The California bill, will likely include tax credits, workforce training grants and streamlined permitting and environmental reviews.
Tesla has been in talks with the Calif governor’s staff and expressed concerns that permitting delays could prevent the factory from being built quickly.
There’s no word on any Tesla communication with New Mexico officials.
