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Oregon Slams EPA for Reversing Greenhouse Gas Protections

9/23/2025

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Oregon Governor Critiques EPA

Oregon Department of Environmental Quality criticizes Environmental Protection Agency for revoking 2009 endangerment finding on six greenhouse gases.
Governor Tina Kotek says revocation jeopardizes the state's climate plan and heightens pollution risk.
The Trump administration aims to repeal motor-vehicle regulations, claiming clarity for consumers.
Senate Democrats oppose proposal, saying it undermines climate policy and health; experts say science has strengthened.

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Faith Leaders Oppose EPA

Nearly 10,000 faith-based comments oppose the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) repeal of 2009 endangerment finding.
U.S. National Academies of Sciences reaffirmed the finding, saying greenhouse-gas harm is undisputed.
Alaskan communities would face severe climate risks and health effects if revoked.
Faith leaders warn repeal would undermine air-quality regulations and raise health disparities.
Public comments closed September 22.

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Oregon Governor Critiques EPA

Oregon Department of Environmental Quality criticizes Environmental Protection Agency for revoking 2009 endangerment finding on six greenhouse gases.
Governor Tina Kotek says revocation jeopardizes the state's climate plan and heightens pollution risk.
The Trump administration aims to repeal motor-vehicle regulations, claiming clarity for consumers.
Senate Democrats oppose proposal, saying it undermines climate policy and health; experts say science has strengthened.

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