Coast protection plan outlines public coastal access rules
A state coastal constitution proposal would place public access and recreation above private development along California's 1000 mile shoreline from Oregon to Mexico. The draft sets environmental standards, prioritizes transit over highways, preservation of wetlands, and limiting energy plants while funding details await legislative action.
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California weighs tougher auto emissions rules
The Air Resources Board may adopt a stricter emissions standard potentially raising new car prices. A two pronged plan could tighten 1977 car controls and push sulfur removal from gasoline. Oil company spokesmen warn of multmillion costs and higher fuel prices.
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EPA will leave Calif standards on smog controls
An EPA official said the agency will not force California to ease its stricter hydrocarbon and carbon monoxide rules due to sulfuric acid risks from catalytic converters. The EPA suspension cites 1975 catalytic cars emitting higher sulfuric acid. California may retain or tighten standards with waivers possible.
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John Mooney
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California
Roger Strelow
EPA
Strelow
Air Resources Board
Russell
Kelow
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