The most recent programs for the Clean Air Act Tag http://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?topic=1170 en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Sun, 19 May 2013 09:57:54 GMT Witnesses testified about a proposed emission rule by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The rule, known as the Maximum Achievable Control Technology (MACT) for utilities would set new emission standards for coal and oil-fired electricity generation plants. They focused on the probable impact of the rule on the economy, businesses, and job growth. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302435-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302435-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lisa P. Jackson testified on her agency's decision-making process and regulatory activity to comport with President Obama's regulatory review and planning principles. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301704-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301704-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses in a fourth panel of experts testified on the American Clean Energy Security Act of 2009. The proposed legislation would cut carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases by 20 percent by 2020 and by 83 percent by mid-century. It further requires that utilities produce one quarter of their electricity from renewable sources by 2025. They focused on carbon market assurance programs, state roles in environmental protection, and regulations existing under the current Clean Air Act. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285474-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285474-4 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Alden Meyer talked about the decision made during the week by the Environmental Protection Agency to postpone regulating greenhouse gas emissions. The EPA announced a 120-day period of public comment on the threat posed by global warming would precede any regulation. Mr. Meyer, who had just returned from the G-8 Summit in Japan, also discussed decisions made by world leaders on global warming. He responded to telephone calls and electronic mail. After the guest left, more telephone calls were heard over live footage from the Kimmel Center for Performing Arts in Philadelphia while waiting for the start of the Centennial Meeting of The National Governors Association. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/206012-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/206012-5 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The hearing focused on practical technology available to regulate mercury emissions from power plants. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/205324-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/205324-2 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The hearing focused on practical technology available to regulate mercury emissions from power plants. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/205324-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/205324-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The topic of the closing plenary session was, "Breakthrough Energy Technologies." Former CIA director James Woolsey and others talked about innovative technology and energy alternatives and their role in securing a clean energy future. The National Governors Association 2008 Winter Meeting was held at the J.W. Marriott Hotel. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/204155-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/204155-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Justice Department announced a settlement with British Petroleum on charges related to an oil refinery explosion, violations of the Clean Air and Water Act, and allegations of price manipulation. Officials said that $50 million of the fine was for charges arising from a 2005 explosion in Texas City, Texas, the first criminal prosecution under the Clear Air Act. They also said the total was $373 million in fines and restitution, and that four employees were indicted on mail and wire fraud charges. The participants responded to reporters' questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/201803-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/201803-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT A hearing was held in the House Select Committee on Energy Independence and Global Warming in response to the Supreme Court ruling in [Massachusetts v. EPA] where the Court held that greenhouse gases are air pollutants. The witnesses talked about the threat to public safety posed by carbon emissions, actions initiated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in reducing the emissions and offered options for future actions, with an emphasis on the continuation of the climate change policies of the Bush Administration. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/198558-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/198558-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Experts discussed the ramifications of the U.S. Supreme Court case [Massachusetts v. Environmental Protection Agency]. On April 2, 2007, the Supreme Court of the United States ruled 5 to 4 that the EPA was now forced to regulate vehicular greenhouse gas emissions as specified in Section 202 of the Clean Air Act, a task the EPA had previously declined. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/197968-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/197968-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Experts discussed the U.S. Supreme Court case [Massachusetts v. Environmental Protection Agency] in which oral arguments will be heard on November 29. Several states and environmental organizations have argued that the EPA must regulate carbon dioxide under the Clean Air Act. Moderated by Mr. Greve, the panelists discussed the case and its role in the broader political and legal debates over global warming regulations. After their presentations the panelists responded to audience members' questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/195462-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/195462-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT President Bush talked about his Clear Skies Initiative, designed to reduce pollution and create jobs. He argued that the present regulations provided a disincentive for companies to upgrade their equipment, something his proposal would fix. With new equipment incorporating the latest technology, companies could reduce pollution, operate more efficiently, hire more workers, and lower the cost of their products. The legislation would also impose limits on the production of certain pollutants. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/178222-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/178222-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified about proposed revisions to the Clean Air Act. Among the topics they addressed were air quality standards, health threats from pollution, and the basis for making changes. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/172414-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/172414-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT In a brief interview Rep. Morella showed her electric-gasoline hybrid car. Mr. DeCicco talked about the environmental, economic, and technical issues of fuel efficiency, saying he supports raising standards on auto efficiency. He responded to audience telephone calls, faxes, and electronic mail. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/169088-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/169088-3 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT President Bush unveiled initiatives to curb carbon dioxide emissions and the control greenhouse gasses. Among the topics he addressed were energy regulation, research and development, the role of the federal government, and global cooperation on the environment. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/168699-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/168699-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Schlesinger talked about several changes to power plant emissions standards proposed by the Bush administration and the reaction of several Northeastern attorneys general. He also responded to viewer comments and questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/168066-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/168066-3 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Northeastern states attorneys general spoke to reporters about Bush administration plans to curtail restrictions on power plant emissions charging that the proposals violated the federal Clean Air Act. They said they intended to bring lawsuits if the administration proceeded with its plans. Following their remarks they answered questions from the reporters. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/168093-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/168093-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The panelists talked about priorities and proposals in the upcoming legislative session. Specifically they talked about the Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, Endangered Species Act and other statutes. After their remarks the panelists answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/154791-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/154791-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Participants debated the need for stricter clean air standards, which the EPA recently proposed. They made opening statements, took questions from a panel of journalists and each other and made closing statements. They debated the scientific basis for the regulations, and their relative costs, including their economic impact and the improvement in quality of life. The new EPA regulation focus particularly on particulates, small solid matter. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/79078-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/79078-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Senate Environment and Public Works Committee held a hearing on changes to the current clean air standards. EPA Administrator Browner strongly defended the scientific basis for the tighter air quality standards, saying they are necessary to protect children and the elderly. Several senators opposed the higher standards. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/78829-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/78829-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The subcommittee heard testimony on the implementation and enforcement of the Clean Air Act of 1990, including the degree of flexibility states have in meeting air quality standards. Many governors and lawmakers have urged changes in the 1990 law regarding state mandates and clean air provisions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/63248-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/63248-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Browner spoke on the Environmental Protection Agency's commitment to clean air and enumerated some of its goals. She then answered questions from reporters. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/50264-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/50264-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Members of the Canadian House of Commons discussed the U.S.-Canada acid rain agreement, signed the same day in Ottawa by Canadian Prime Minister Mulroney and U.S. President Bush. The agreement concerned U.S. reductions in acid rain as called for by the Clean Air Act. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17054-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17054-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT President Bush signed the Clean Air Act, new legislation requiring pollution controls for automobiles, factories and electric utilities. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/15006-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/15006-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Senator Chafee, the ranking minority member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, discussed clean air legislation which is expected to be approved this week. If passed, it would be the first clean air law in thirteen years. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/14657-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/14657-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Conferees met to discuss provisions of the agreement reached on the Clean Air Act of 1990 early this morning. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/14655-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/14655-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Conferees talked with reporters about the agreement reached on the Clean Air Act early this morning. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/14653-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/14653-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Reilly discussed the clean air act, acid rain and other environmental matters. The 1990 Issues Symposium was sponsored by Congressman Conte. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/12442-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/12442-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The House passed H.R. 3030, to amend the Clean Air Act to provide for improvements in the quality of the nation's air, and agreed to miscellaneous amendments. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/12377-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/12377-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Edelson discusses the status of the Clean Air Act under consideration in Congress. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/12376-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/12376-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Representative Cooper discussed the Clean Air Bill currently on the House floor. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/12359-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/12359-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT In an excerpt from the House floor, members began general debate on H.R.3030, Clean Air Act Amendments. The bill prescribes new schedules and control measures to achieve air quality standards in polluted areas and creates programs to encourage the use of clean fuels in those areas. The bill also tightens auto tail pipe emission standards. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/12354-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/12354-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Congressman Wyden, a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, discusses upcoming clean air legislation. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/12366-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/12366-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Congressman Lent discusses clean air legislation which will come up this week in both houses of Congress. Lent is the ranking Republican on the House Energy and Commerce Committee. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/12365-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/12365-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The House concluded all general debate and began consideration of amendments to H.R. 2273, to establish a comprehensive prohibition of discrimination on the basis of disability. The House agreed to declare the following legislative day Committee of the Whole to debate H.R. 3030 to amend the Clean Air Act. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/12296-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/12296-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Smith's speech to the National Press Club coincided with the U.S. Senate's debate on clean air legislation. He addressed the conflict between industry and the environment and how General Motors had tried to resolve the conflicts without government intervention. He also summarized the past of the auto industry in this context. After his presentation Mr. Smith answered audience members' questions. Smith is stepping down as General Motors chairman. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/11980-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/11980-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT This program is a briefing on the issues in the upcoming global warming summit. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/11860-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/11860-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Allan Bromley is President Bush's adviser on science and technology. He presented the administration's plan to combat the greenhouse effect. This plan will be presented at an upcoming international conference on global warming at the White House. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/11851-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/11851-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/11973-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/11973-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Senate passed S. 1630, to amend the Clean Air Act to provide for attainment and maintenance of health ambient air quality standards. The Senate passed H.R. 1243, to require the Secretary of Energy to establish three Centers for Metal Casting Competitiveness Research. The Senate passed S. 1781, to establish as a policy of the United States the preservation, protection, and promotion of the rights of Native Americans to use, practice and develop Native American languages, and to take steps to foster such use, practice and development. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/11963-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/11963-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Senate continued consideration of S. 1630, to amend the Clean Air Act. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/11957-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/11957-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Senate continued consideration of S. 1630, to amend the Clean Air Act to provide for attainment and maintenance of health ambient air quality standards. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/11777-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/11777-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/11714-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/11714-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Senate continued consideration of S. 1630, to amend the Clean Air Act. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/11775-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/11775-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forest was discharged from further consideration of H.R. 4099, to suspend section 332 of the Agricultural Adjustment Act of 1938 for the 1991 crop of wheat, and bill was then passed. The Senate passed S. 1230, to authorize the acquisition of additional lands containing Indian burial grounds for inclusion in the Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site, North Dakota. The Senate continued consideration of S. 1630, to amend the Clean Air Act. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/11771-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/11771-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Senate agreed to S. Res. 266, to authorize production of records by the Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations. The Senate resumed consideration of S. 1630, to amend the Clean Air Act. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/11766-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/11766-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Senate resumed consideration of S. 1630 to amend the Clean Air Act. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/11761-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/11761-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Senate resumed consideration of S. 1630, to amend the Clean Air Act. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/11759-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/11759-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Senator Wirth discussed clean air proposals and solutions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/11627-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/11627-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/11623-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/11623-1 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT