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The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) is facing its first major legislative challenge for its greenhouse gas (GHG) performance measure rule with the recent introduction of a joint Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution, led by Senator Kevin Cramer and Congressman Rick Crawford. The resolution would nullify the rule and prevent the DOT from moving forward with implementation.
The DOT is using its statutory authority to have states measure and set targets to reduce the greenhouse gas impacts of their transportation investments. This measure is basic good governance and will help to create equitable and accessible transportation systems for all.
The latest attack comes as no surprise; Republicans have been taking pot shots at the rule since it came out. Two lawsuits, led by attorneys general in Kentucky and Texas, have already been filed in opposition to the rule. Kentucky’s suit includes 20 other states. The DOT initially delayed the deadline for states to submit their targets by 45 days in response to the lawsuits. Now the agency has established a period of non-implementation for the rule through March 29, and while states are free to move forward with submitting their targets, there will be no action from the DOT until the end of March.
