Groups sue Trump's EPA over repeal of rule that supported climate protections
Summary
A group of health and environmental organizations sued the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). They are challenging the repeal of a key scientific finding used to regulate greenhouse gases. This finding supported rules to protect the environment under past regulations.Key Facts
- Health and environmental groups filed a lawsuit against the EPA.
- The lawsuit challenges the repeal of a rule known as the endangerment finding.
- The endangerment finding, from 2009, stated that greenhouse gases harm public health.
- This finding was used to create regulations for cars, trucks, and power plants.
- The end of this rule removes standards for greenhouse gas emissions in vehicles.
- Experts believe this change could affect regulations on power plants and other facilities.
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