New Bill Targets EPA Power by Removing Greenhouse Gases from Clean Air Act
Many tribal communities are disproportionately affected by climate change, including rising sea levels, drought, and extreme weather events that threaten tribal lands and traditional ways of life. Removing federal authority to regulate the primary greenhouse gases would weaken the government's ability to address these threats. Tribal members near oil and gas operations could also face increased methane emissions in their communities.
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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A coalition of environmental and public health groups filed suit against the EPA following its rescission of the 2009 endangerment finding. The repeal eliminates greenhouse gas standards for cars and trucks and could unleash a broader undoing of regulations on power plants and factories.
Legal analysts warn that revoking the landmark climate finding could open industry to new legal risks. By forfeiting federal authority to regulate greenhouse gases, the EPA may be removing the 'preemption' shield that has protected major emitters from state-level climate lawsuits.
The EPA's decision to kill the 'endangerment finding' has effectively ended federal vehicle efficiency standards. California Governor Gavin Newsom has pledged immediate legal action, calling the move a 'betrayal' of public health and a dangerous setback for climate goals.
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
CARBON Act
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