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On the recordApril 13, 2021
Transportation is the largest source of carbon emissions of any sector, giving this Committee significant influence to tackle the climate crisis.
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Earl Blumenauer
Democratic · Oregon

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Blumenauer highlights transportation's role in carbon emissions and climate action.

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