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Headline Roundup August 2nd, 2018

Trump Rolls Back Fuel Economy Standards

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President Trump is rolling back fuel economy standards, citing safety and economic benefits.

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Trump to Freeze Obama's Auto Mileage Rules, Rescind California's Emissions Authority
Trump to Freeze Obama's Auto Mileage Rules, Rescind California's Emissions Authority

Newsmax (News)

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The Trump administration, taking aim at one of former President Barack Obama’s signature environmental achievements, is proposing to freeze vehicle fuel economy requirements at the 2020 level and unwind California’s authority to limit tailpipe emissions in the state.

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White House Proposal Rolls Back Fuel Economy Standards, No Exception For California
White House Proposal Rolls Back Fuel Economy Standards, No Exception For California

NPR (Online News)

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The Trump administration has proposed a rollback of Obama-era fuel efficiency and emissions standards, while simultaneously taking aim at California's unique ability to set more stringent rules.

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Trump Unveils His Plan to Weaken Fuel Economy Rules
Trump Unveils His Plan to Weaken Fuel Economy Rules

New York Times (News)

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The Trump administration on Thursday formally announced its long-awaited proposal to dramatically weaken an Obama-era regulation on planet-warming vehicle tailpipe pollution.

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