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Voters should care about this bill because it directly impacts the air quality in their communities and the health of their families. Diesel exhaust contains tiny particles and other pollutants that can cause or worsen respiratory and heart problems, especially in children and the elderly. Continuing this program means ongoing support for removing these older, dirtier engines from our roads and worksites, leading to cleaner air.
If this bill becomes law, efforts to reduce harmful diesel emissions across the country will continue to receive federal backing, potentially leading to fewer instances of asthma attacks, heart disease, and other health issues linked to air pollution. If it doesn't pass, the program's ability to offer new grants would expire after 2024, which could slow down the pace of upgrading older diesel engines and prolong exposure to air pollution from these sources.
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Voters should care about this bill because it directly impacts the air quality in their communities and the health of their families. Diesel exhaust contains tiny particles and other pollutants that can cause or worsen respiratory and heart problems, especially in children and the elderly. Continuing this program means ongoing support for removing these older, dirtier engines from our roads and worksites, leading to cleaner air.
If this bill becomes law, efforts to reduce harmful diesel emissions across the country will continue to receive federal backing, potentially leading to fewer instances of asthma attacks, heart disease, and other health issues linked to air pollution. If it doesn't pass, the program's ability to offer new grants would expire after 2024, which could slow down the pace of upgrading older diesel engines and prolong exposure to air pollution from these sources.
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