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19 States Sue EPA Over California’s New Zero-Emission Rules for Big Rigs

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19 States Sue EPA Over California’s New Zero-Emission Rules for Big Rigs
A semi-trailer truck arrives at the Port of Long Beach on Oct. 14, 2021. John Fredricks/The Epoch Times
Jill McLaughlin
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A coalition of states has filed a lawsuit seeking a review of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) decision to grant waivers to California that allows the state to ban new diesel-powered heavy-duty truck sales in 2035.

Iowa’s Attorney General Brenna Bird led the group of 19 states that filed the legal action on June 5 in the Washington, D.C. appeals court.

Jill McLaughlin
Jill McLaughlin
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Jill McLaughlin is an award-winning journalist covering politics, environment, and statewide issues. She has been a reporter and editor for newspapers in Oregon, Nevada, and New Mexico. Jill was born in Yosemite National Park and enjoys the majestic outdoors, traveling, golfing, and hiking.
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