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Committee hears broad public support and industry opposition to bill directing DEQ to set greenhouse‑gas rules
Summary
Representative Debo Powers introduced HB 660, which would require DEQ to develop rules limiting greenhouse‑gas emissions. Dozens of proponents cited climate science and economic studies; industry witnesses urged alternative legislative vehicles. DEQ said rule detail and fiscal impacts would be determined in rulemaking.
Representative Debo Powers opened House Bill 660 by citing the Montana Supreme Court's Held decision and arguing that the Department of Environmental Quality needs regulations and procedures to analyze and limit greenhouse‑gas emissions to protect public health, safety and the environment.
More than a dozen proponents testified, including scientists, physicians, community groups and conservation organizations. Testimony emphasized the scientific record cited in Held; proponents submitted studies (including a Montana climate assessment and economic analyses) and told the committee that limiting greenhouse‑gas emissions could reduce…
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