Electrifying the Transportation Sector—Key Policy Issues and Challenges Converting California’s 25+ million automobiles into an electric fleet of clean, emission-free vehicles requires long term strategies and goals. State and federal lawmakers must pursue policies that help pave the way for the private sector to transition toward vehicle electrification. Hear from key thought leaders as they share their views on how technology, regulation, and policymaking will help “drive” the state to meet its clean energy goals. 2019 Legislative Wrap-up and Look-Ahead to 2020 A political force in the State Legislature, Kip Lipper has influenced every major piece of energy and environmental legislation enacted in California over the past several decades. His experience and influence as the Chief Policy Advisor for several Senate Presidents Pro Tempore provide a unique backdrop as he reflects on the just-concluded legislative year and discusses the policy outlook for the upcoming 2020 session, including potential impacts to the energy sector.