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February 10, 2016

Supreme Court Halts Obama's Coal Plant Rules in Blow to Paris Accord
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In a blow to the Obama administration's efforts to combat climate
change, the Supreme Court has temporarily blocked regulations to limit
emissions from coal-fired power plants. The stay comes as an appeals
court considers a challenge to the rules brought by corporations and 29
states. The Supreme Court's decision to halt the rules is reportedly
unprecedented-the court has never before agreed to block a regulation
before it's been reviewed by a federal appeals court. The move indicates
the Supreme Court is likely to overturn the regulations in the future.
The decision could imperil the Paris climate accords, since the coal
plant rules formed a key part of the U.S. commitment to cut emissions.


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