Texas regulators on Jan. 30 formally asked the state’s attorney general to challenge the Biden administration’s rule that seeks to lower emissions from the oil and gas sector.
January 30, 2024epa News Updates
Texas Oil Regulators Ask State to Sue EPA Over Methane Rule
Auto Dealers Campaign for Biden to Halt Tailpipe Emissions Rules
DETROIT — More than 4,700 auto dealerships across the U.S. urged President Joe Biden in a letter Jan. 25 to halt the EPA's efforts to enforce stricter vehicle-pollution standards.
January 25, 2024Dual Biden Laws Give EPA Expanded Powers, Official Says
WASHINGTON — Two Biden administration-backed laws are enabling the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to expand its Clean Air Act authorities to transform the trucking industry.
January 10, 2024Two Carriers Pay Fines for California Pollution Violations
Two interstate companies operating heavy-duty truck fleets in California agreed to legal settlements with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
December 18, 2023EPA’s Own Scientists Warn Ethanol Might Not Be Green Enough
The U.S. government’s own scientists on Sept. 21 questioned whether corn-based ethanol is better for the environment than traditional petroleum-based fuels.
September 21, 2023EPA Announces $115 Million for DERA Grants
The Environmental Protection Agency recently announced that $115 million has been directed for the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act program.
August 8, 2023Rural States, Groups Tell EPA of Emissions Proposal Concerns
Stakeholders are expressing concerns about the costs associated with a proposal aimed at expanding use of electric vehicles and curtailing the prevalence of internal combustion engines.
July 24, 2023EPA Denies Oil Refineries Seeking Biofuel-Blending Exemption
The Biden administration on July 14 rejected more than two dozen oil refinery requests for exemptions from U.S. biofuel-blending requirements.
July 14, 2023Michigan Lawmaker Proposes Bill to Limit EPA Emission Rules
U.S. Rep. Tim Walberg (R-Mich.) has introduced a bill that would bar the EPA from finalizing strong new emission standards that would push the auto industry toward EVs.
July 10, 2023California Coalition Asks Court to Back EPA
An 18-state coalition is backing the EPA in a legal action supporting California’s future strict emissions controls on medium- and heavy-duty trucks.
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