California Law Pledges to Reduce Emissions

California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger has signed anti-pollution legislation into effect.
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California is now the first US state requiring standard target reductions of greenhouse gases. Although some fear businesses may leave the state due to increased restrictions, many--including Britain's Prime Minister Tony Blair--feel the move is necessary. Mr. Blair said, "This will echo right around the rest of the world." Gov. Schwarzennegger believes the legislation will further the cause of environmental protection.

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