Critics Say Murkowski GHG Resolution Sets Dangerous Science Precedent

摘要

Critics of Sen. Lisa Murkowski's (R-AK) resolution to overturn EPA's finding that greenhouse gases (GHGs) endanger human health and welfare say the measure could set a dangerous precedent by allowing lawmakers to make major scientific decisions that are better left to experts and by permanently barring EPA action on GHGs.rnSupporters of Murkowski's Jan. 21 Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution counter that it is lawmakers' only option to block EPA's efforts, and downplay the claim that passage of the plan would set a dangerous precedent allowing lawmakers to then challenge data behind other EPA rules, including toxics and other non-climate issues. Supporters say critics of the resolution cite the science claim because they lack better arguments to defend EPA GHG rules.