PUBLIC POLICY
WHO WE ARE
Washington, D.C. – CALSTART Policy team members at the U.S. Capitol building, where they work directly with federal policymakers to advance clean transportation legislation and secure historic investments in zero-emission vehicle infrastructure.
CALSTART’s Policy team leads the development of forward-looking regulations and policies that accelerate low- and zero-emission transportation across the United States, including the utility and regulatory frameworks essential to fleet electrification. We translate industry experience into smart, practical solutions that expand deployment and strengthen U.S. competitiveness—from bikes to big rigs.
Drawing on insights from our broad member network—including manufacturers, fleets, utilities, ports, and technology providers—we work with policymakers at every level of government to shape policies that reduce emissions, improve cost-effectiveness, and support a strong domestic transportation industry.
Our work spans trucks and off-road equipment, buses and mobility services, light-duty vehicles, and clean fuels and infrastructure—delivering cleaner air, resilient industries, and a modern transportation system that keeps the United States globally competitive.
WHO WE ARE
CALSTART’s Policy team leads the development of forward-looking regulations and policies that accelerate low- and zero-emission transportation across the United States, including the utility and regulatory frameworks essential to fleet electrification. We translate industry experience into smart, practical solutions that expand deployment and strengthen U.S. competitiveness—from bikes to big rigs.
Drawing on insights from our broad member network—including manufacturers, fleets, utilities, ports, and technology providers—we work with policymakers at every level of government to shape policies that reduce emissions, improve cost-effectiveness, and support a strong domestic transportation industry.
Our work spans trucks and off-road equipment, buses and mobility services, light-duty vehicles, and clean fuels and infrastructure—delivering cleaner air, resilient industries, and a modern transportation system that keeps the United States globally competitive.
Washington, D.C. – CALSTART Policy team members at the U.S. Capitol building, where they work directly with federal policymakers to advance clean transportation legislation and secure historic investments in zero-emission vehicle infrastructure.
Meet the Policy Team
Trisha Dello Iacono,
Head of Policy
Levi Kamolnick,
Federal Policy Director
Alex Pfeifer-Rosenblum,
Regulatory Director
Alissa Burger,
Regional Policy Director
Darryl Little Jr.,
State Policy Director
Sasha Tenenbaum,
Director of Public Engagement and Media Relations
Elizabeth Szulc,
Policy Program Manager
Mirelle Joevin,
Policy Communications Intern
WHAT WE DO
CALSTART’s Policy team works across state, federal, and regulatory arenas to advance the policies, funding mechanisms, and regulatory frameworks needed to scale low- and zero-emission transportation. We partner with industry and government to design practical approaches that expand deployment, address on-the-ground barriers, and support a strong, competitive clean transportation industry.
Members of the CALSTART policy team and other staff including CEO Michael Berube (center foreground) at the 2025 Forth Roadmap Conference in the heart of the nation’s automotive industry, Detroit. Photo (L to R): Alissa Burger, Alex Pfeifer-Rosenblum, Jacob Richard, Michael Berube (center, foreground), Lily Paul, Leah Thill, Eli Adadevoh, Trisha DelloIacono (foreground) and Katelyn Tomaszewski.
WHAT WE DO
CALSTART’s Policy team works across state, federal, and regulatory arenas to advance the policies, funding mechanisms, and regulatory frameworks needed to scale low- and zero-emission transportation. We partner with industry and government to design practical approaches that expand deployment, address on-the-ground barriers, and support a strong, competitive clean transportation industry.
Members of the CALSTART policy team and other staff including CEO Michael Berube (center foreground) at the 2025 Forth Roadmap Conference in the heart of the nation’s automotive industry, Detroit. Photo (L to R): Alissa Burger, Alex Pfeifer-Rosenblum, Jacob Richard, Michael Berube (center, foreground), Lily Paul, Leah Thill, Eli Adadevoh, Trisha DelloIacono (foreground) and Katelyn Tomaszewski.
POLICY FOCUS AREAS
POLICY FOCUS AREAS
GET INVOLVED
POLICY ACTION GROUPS OVERVIEW
CALSTART’s Policy Action Groups bring together members committed to shaping state and federal policy for low- and zero-emission transportation. Through coordinated advocacy, the PAGs help influence legislation and public investment supporting clean fuels, trucks and buses, light-duty vehicles, infrastructure, and innovative mobility solutions.
We operate two groups—the Federal Policy Action Group and the State Policy Action Group—each providing members with monthly policy briefings, strategic discussions with CALSTART’s policy directors, and opportunities to advance high-impact advocacy efforts. PAG members also participate in strategic advocacy days in Washington, D.C., Sacramento, and additional states where policy opportunities arise.
GET INVOLVED
POLICY ACTION GROUPS OVERVIEW
CALSTART’s Policy Action Groups bring together members committed to shaping state and federal policy for low- and zero-emission transportation. Through coordinated advocacy, the PAGs help influence legislation and public investment supporting clean fuels, trucks and buses, light-duty vehicles, infrastructure, and innovative mobility solutions.
We operate two groups—the Federal Policy Action Group and the State Policy Action Group—each providing members with monthly policy briefings, strategic discussions with CALSTART’s policy directors, and opportunities to advance high-impact advocacy efforts. PAG members also participate in strategic advocacy days in Washington, D.C., Sacramento, and additional states where policy opportunities arise.
POLICY LEADERSHIP IN ACTION
CALSTART hosts legislative and regulatory briefings, quarterly policy webinars, strategic advocacy days, and policy summits and panels that bring together industry and government leaders. We also coordinate member participation in rulemakings and provide technical insights that help shape effective public policy.
Interested in participating in our policy activities? Contact Policy Program Manager Elizabeth Szulc at eszulc@calstart.org.
August 14, 2025
SACRAMENTO, CA
ADVOCACY DAY
CALSTART’s Darryl Little Jr., Elizabeth Szulc, along with CALSTART member companies, met with lawmakers in Sacramento to urge leaders to extend the Cap-and-Trade program and support robust funding to advance clean transportation.
MARCH 24, 2025
CALIFORNIA SUMMIT
CALIFORNIA CLEAN TRANSPORTATION LEADERSHIP PANEL
(From left to right) Leadership panel with CALSTART’s Head of Policy Trisha Dello Iacono, GO-Biz’s Senior Advisor for Clean Infrastructure and Mobility Tyson Eckerle, California Air Resources Board Chair Liane Randolph, and California Energy Commission Commissioner Nancy Skinner at the California Summit held on March 24, 2025.
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
WASHINGTON, D.C.
ZERO-EMISSION VEHICLE SHOWCASE
CALSTART’s Director of Public Engagement & Media Relations Sasha Tenenbaum with Senator Ed Markey at the Zero-Emission Vehicle Showcase held on September 18, 2024.
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