E.P.A. Seeks Stricter Rules to Curb Smog

http://www.nytimes.com/2010/01/08/science/earth/08smog.html?ref=earth

January 7, 2010

The New York Times

By John M. Broder

Brief Summary:

A much stricter standard for smog causing pollutants has been proposed by the Environmental Protection Agency. If used, it would benefit the health of millions of Americans. It would replace that which was adopted under the Bush administration.

Short Response:

If adopted, this would impose large costs on industry and local governments. The current standard was challenged in court because it was thought to be too weak to fully protect human health and the environment.