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Montana hearing on bill to require Legislature to approve greenhouse‑gas rules draws split testimony
Summary
Rep. Curtis Schomer told the House Natural Resources Committee HB630 would force legislative approval of administrative rules on greenhouse gases and the social cost of carbon; environmental and climate groups warned the change would hamstring agencies and delay protections for public health and the environment.
Representative Curtis Schomer, sponsor of House Bill 6 30, told the House Natural Resources Committee that the measure would require the Legislature to approve administrative rules addressing greenhouse gas emissions and the social cost of carbon. "House Bill 6 30 is a tool to strengthen the power of the legislature," Schomer said, arguing agencies should not unilaterally adopt rules that carry the same force as laws.
Opponents countered that agencies have technical expertise and…
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