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Trump administration argues California emissions waiver lawsuit is legally barred

Published 23:47 on July 14, 2026 / Last updated at 23:47 on July 14, 2026 / / Americas (US & Canada), Net Zero Transition (Litigation, Transport & Heating Fuels)

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The Trump administration has asked a federal court to dismiss California’s challenge to the US EPA’s decision to submit four state emissions waivers to Congress, arguing that the Congressional Review Act bars courts from reviewing the move.
The Trump administration has asked a federal court to dismiss California’s challenge to the US EPA’s decision to submit four state emissions waivers to Congress, arguing that the Congressional Review Act bars courts from reviewing the move.


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