Antipollution Move Faces Oil Firms On Gas Tax Plan
Petroleum industry sources say Nixon’s proposed 1.6 billion tax on reformulated gas aims to curb pollution, with critics arguing it overburdens consumers. Ford and GM back lead-free gasoline development. industry groups warn of high costs and limited health impact from lead.
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Muskie questions Nixon lead gas tax intent
Sen. Edmund Muskie challenged Nixon's leaded gasoline tax proposal, asking if it signals acceptance of banning lead additives by the administration or shifting health protection to the tax code. Mayo said the tax and ban could complement each other as oil firms oppose the ban and debate over nonlead fuels continues.
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Woeful Booze Blend Aims to Cut Smog With Gasoline
San Diego directors of the Chamber of Commerce voted to stop accepting public funds totaling 115000 annually from city and county. President-elect Virgil Pedersen said future support would come solely from the business community. Republican Rep. Thomas S. Kleppe argued for a cleaner-burning fuel blending grain alcohol with gasoline to reduce hydrocarbon emissions and possibly save motorists money through better engine performance. He noted no added cost to drivers for a 10 to 15 percent blend and highlighted broader farm and price-support implications.
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