James M. Jeffords: “I am deeply disappointed that the President has again refused to seek reauthorization of the polluter pays fees to fully…”

As you may know, International Paper is seeking a permit to burn tires at its facility in upstate New York.

I have introduced legislation to require EPA to establish uniform standards and controls for such facilities.

These innovations have the potential to move us into an era when driving a car or truck will no longer mean causing dangerous global warming pollution or using up scarce resources.

Will EPA fulfill its responsibilities to protect public health and the environment by making an active an informed decision regarding the permit before September 11th?