The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has responded to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) recent decision to eliminate the 2009 Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Endangerment Finding. This regulation had previously restricted the production of gas-powered motor vehicles and limited consumer choice.
Beth Milito, Vice President and Executive Director of NFIB’s Small Business Legal Center, commented on the rule change: “NFIB appreciates the administration’s efforts to reduce regulatory barriers affecting the energy sector. The repeal of the endangerment finding is expected to significantly change the regulatory landscape, and we hope these changes will reduce energy costs for small businesses. Ensuring a stable and affordable energy supply remains critical for small businesses.”
Louis Bertolotti, NFIB Principal of Federal Government Relations, also remarked on the EPA’s action: “This landmark decision from the EPA is a huge win for Main Street. According to the EPA, this will be the largest reduction in red tape in U.S. history, saving taxpayers over $1 trillion while cutting the cost of new vehicles. Small businesses across the country can finally breathe a sigh of relief.”
The NFIB Small Business Legal Center continues its work in defending small business rights in courts nationwide and is currently involved in more than 40 cases at both federal and state levels as well as before the U.S. Supreme Court.
