Frank Pallone actually said...

"Exempting businesses from clean air rules leads to more air pollution. It is that simple."

"The so-called relief from regulation comes at the expense of the public's health, and costs are not reduced."

"We all want small businesses to thrive, and the history of the Clean Air Act demonstrates clearly that we can grow the economy while cleaning up the air and improving public health."

"I oppose it in its current form. This may be something we can work on going forward, but I can't support a bill that facilitates emissions cheating."