Keep fuel economy rules with Transportation, not the EPA
What the document says“Any EPA limits on carbon dioxide emissions, even if authorized under the Clean Air Act, must support and work in harmony with DOT standards”
The chapter says environmental limits must not override or usurp the transportation department's role under the 1975 energy statute, and offers as an example that the environmental agency could regulate air conditioning systems and leave engine standards to transportation.
What the document actually says“Any EPA limits on carbon dioxide emissions, even if authorized under the Clean Air Act, must support and work in harmony with DOT standards”
Any carbon limits must fit with the transport rules. They must not override them.
Two agencies both affect car rules. One covers mileage, one covers pollution. The book says the mileage agency should lead.
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