The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) has filed a public comment urging the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to repeal the 2009 Endangerment Finding and related greenhouse gas vehicle standards. This announcement was made in AFPI's public comment submission to the EPA.
The EPA’s 2009 Endangerment Finding identified six greenhouse gases as threats to public health and welfare, forming the basis for climate regulations under the Clean Air Act. In July 2025, the EPA proposed rescinding this finding and associated vehicle standards, which would eliminate its authority to regulate emissions from new motor vehicles.
According to EPA analysis, repealing the Endangerment Finding and greenhouse gas vehicle standards could result in $54 billion in annual savings by reducing regulatory compliance costs. These projected savings primarily affect industries such as transportation and manufacturing, which are directly impacted by greenhouse gas limits.
The EPA has reported that regulations stemming from the Endangerment Finding have incurred more than $1 trillion in compliance costs since 2009. These include standards on vehicles, power plants, and reporting rules. Supporters argue these measures address climate change, while critics contend they have adversely affected U.S. energy sectors.
AFPI is a nonprofit policy group advocating for conservative approaches to energy, economic, and governance issues. The institute has opposed federal climate initiatives such as the Endangerment Finding and President Joe Biden’s 30×30 conservation plan, viewing them as regulatory overreach that limits U.S. energy development and economic growth.
