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House amends and passes bill raising proof standard for climate‑related claims
Summary
HB395, which limits liability for greenhouse‑gas emissions claims unless plaintiffs show 'clearly unavoidable and identifiable' damages tied to statutory/permit violations, was amended on the floor and passed 49‑19. Supporters argued it protects local industry; opponents said it preempts judicial processes.
The Utah House on March 1 amended and approved HB395, a measure that narrows the circumstances under which plaintiffs can sue for damages tied to greenhouse‑gas emissions.
Representative Michael Noel, the sponsor, said the bill restricts liability except when a defendant violated an enforceable statutory limit or an operating permit and when the plaintiff can show "clearly unavoidable and identifiable damage." He argued the measure…
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