despite bush's best efforts, states are trying to help the environment!

West Coast States Unite on Car Regulations
Auto Industry Sought to Kill Tough Standards on Emissions

SALEM, Ore. (Aug. 21) - Despite an effort by auto industry lobbyists to kill the move, two Pacific Northwest States -- Oregon and Washington-- are getting ready to adopt California's new vehicle emission standards to reduce greenhouse gases.

When that happens, California's newly implemented emissions standards -- the toughest in the country -- will be in effect along the entire West Coast from Canada to Mexico.
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"Despite what the Bush folks say, more people are realizing that global warming is a problem that we need to begin to address," he said.
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The auto industry is suing California over its new standards, saying the state lacks authority to implement such regulations and that the rules would eventually add $3,000 to the cost of a new car.

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Thank goodness some states are trying to help the environment, regardless of bush and the car manufacturers. Maybe someday the federal government will once again care about its people!