Tonko Poised To Unveil 'Principles' For Comprehensive Climate Legislation

House Democrats are poised to further flesh out their climate change agenda this week when Rep. Paul Tonko (D-NY), chairman of the House Energy & Commerce environment and climate subcommittee, unveils a set of “principles” for a comprehensive national plan to address climate change. A source familiar with the matter says the upcoming principles document is a step toward issuing a “comprehensive national climate action plan” that Tonko has been pursuing. The principles are expected to provide a vehicle for...