EPAFinal Rule
Rescission of the Greenhouse Gas Endangerment Finding and Motor Vehicle Greenhouse Gas Emission Standards Under the Clean Air Act
EnvironmentTransportationEnergy
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Summary
This regulation undoes the EPA's previous finding that greenhouse gases (like carbon dioxide) are dangerous to human health and the environment. It also removes federal limits on pollution from cars and trucks, allowing manufacturers to produce vehicles with higher emissions.
Key Points
- 1The EPA is reversing its 2009 decision that declared greenhouse gases a threat to public health and welfare
- 2Federal emission standards for cars and trucks are being eliminated, potentially allowing vehicles to pollute more
- 3This affects automakers, who may no longer need to invest in cleaner vehicle technology
- 4Gas prices and air quality could change, impacting drivers and communities near highways
- 5States that had adopted stricter vehicle emission rules may face legal challenges to those rules
Key Dates
Published
February 18, 2026
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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