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- Oklahoma and Utah lawmakers move to limit climate liability for fossil fuel companies.
- Oklahoma's bill would block most civil lawsuits unless environmental laws are violated.
- Utah's proposal targets emissions-related claims.
- Critics, including former Washington Governor Jay Inslee, say the measures threaten democracy.
- Experts warn the bills could limit future litigation and advocates await a Supreme Court of the United States decision that could affect climate litigation nationwide.
