Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Lawmakers Seek Balanced Approach To Emissions
KENTUCKY....
On a 76-16 vote Tuesday, the Kentucky House approved a resolution urging Congress to postpone efforts by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to regulate greenhouse gas emissions under the Clean Air Act. The burning of fossil fuels is seen as a big contributor to greenhouse gas emissions. Lawmakers are asking for a "balanced approach" to dealing with climate and energy supply issues without hurting the economy. Representative Jim Gooch (D-Providence) says the EPA enforcement would hurt Kentucky's economy and raise the state's utility rates. Representative Jim Wayne (D-Louisville), who opposes the resolution, says the proper course is to encourage deeper cuts in emissions.
On a 76-16 vote Tuesday, the Kentucky House approved a resolution urging Congress to postpone efforts by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to regulate greenhouse gas emissions under the Clean Air Act. The burning of fossil fuels is seen as a big contributor to greenhouse gas emissions. Lawmakers are asking for a "balanced approach" to dealing with climate and energy supply issues without hurting the economy. Representative Jim Gooch (D-Providence) says the EPA enforcement would hurt Kentucky's economy and raise the state's utility rates. Representative Jim Wayne (D-Louisville), who opposes the resolution, says the proper course is to encourage deeper cuts in emissions.
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