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Congressman Ben McAdams voted for the Climate Action Now Act – H.R. 9 – that says the U.S. will remain part of the 2015 Paris Agreement on Climate Change.  The president – in June 2017 - used his executive discretion to cancel U.S. participation in the accord. The House bill also requires the White House to submit a plan to Congress for the U.S. to meet its voluntary commitments under the agreement.

“Utah’s air quality and Utahns’ health depend on reducing pollution, including emissions coming from cars and trucks, “said McAdams. “Under the agreement, the U.S. pledged to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 26 percent from 2005 levels, by 2025. That would be achieved in part by strengthening vehicle fuel economy, which saves consumers money and contributes to cleaner air. The U.S. is a country that stands by its commitments.”

McAdams said the measure is backed by a broad coalition of stakeholders, including the American Public Health Association, American Lung Association, and the National Association of County and City Health Officials. He also said that reducing the human-caused effect of climate change will help economic drivers of Utah’s prosperity, such as tourism.

“Many Utah businesses are leading our state in the transition to a clean energy economy and the good-paying jobs offered by renewable energy production, such as wind and solar. The U.S. continues to be a leader in science and innovation, providing the tools we need to achieve reductions in greenhouse gas emissions and protect our planet,” said McAdams.