SCIENCE PANEL MEMBERS OBJECT TO MAJORITY CALL FOR STRICT PM RULES

May 19, 2005
An EPA science advisory panel is facing internal dissent over endorsing a strict new pollution standard for fine particles (PM2.5), with some panelists raising concerns that the committee needs to achieve a better consensus on the issue before allowing EPA to move forward. The panel as a whole is also recommending the agency postpone consideration of a new pollution standard for larger particles, known as "PM coarse," as agricultural producers call for a rule that exempts rural areas. The agency's...


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