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Do you have a source for that? I have had a couple of classes on environmental law. My general understanding is states can raise the bar on federal expectations
by Mz 10y ago
Do you have a source for that? I have had a couple of classes on environmental law. My general understanding is states can raise the bar on federal expectations, but not lower the bar.
Thanks.
- rayiner 10y agohttps://www.epa.gov/state-and-local-transportation/vehicle-emissions-california-waivers-and-authorizations https://www.epa.gov/state-and-local-transportation/vehicle-e... Your point is correct as to the Clean Air Act. But, e.g. One state can't threaten economic sanctions against another state if pollution from one drifts into the other, undermining that state's higher standards. Another example is GMO labeling requirements. These are being challenged as violating the dormant commerce clause by placing an undue burden on interstate commerce.
- Mz 10y agoI am aware of the impact the interstate commerce laws have on limiting what states can do. That wasn't part of your original assertion. Thank you for replying. Have an upvote.