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Ed Markey: “Strong vehicle emissions standards will be critical if we want to tackle the climate crisis, cut pollution, save drivers…”

On the recordFebruary 28, 2023
Strong vehicle emissions standards will be critical if we want to tackle the climate crisis, cut pollution, save drivers money at the pump, and create jobs.
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Ed Markey
Democratic · Massachusetts

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Markey advocates for strong vehicle emissions standards to combat climate change and support the economy.

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