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The article reports on the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump. It highlights the president's plan to reverse the policies and regulations concerning climate change which is under the administration of former U.S. President Obama. Also emphasized is the fight of California for environmental protection and conservation being known as de facto negotiator with the environment worldwide.

Focuses on legislation in California to reduce green house gas emissions produced by the automotive industry. Profile of Democratic assemblywoman Fran Pavley and her efforts to support requirement of a 30 percent reduction in greenhouse gasses by 2016; Lawsuit filed by automakers in an attempt to block the legislation; Support for the legislation from environmental groups in California and across the U.S.; Potential impact of the legislation on the progress of global warming.

Editorial. Comments on the global warming strategies and policies in California. Legislation passed by the California Legislature requiring manufacturers to start reducing carbon dioxide emissions; Regulatory and legislative review of other proposals; Problems with climate change and fuel economy.

Reports that the state of California plans to sue the Environmental Protection Agency over the regulation of greenhouse gas emissions. Decision by the administration of U.S. president George W. Bush that the E.P.A. lacks the authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions; Participation in the suit by other states, and by environmental groups like the Sierra Club, and the Natural Resources Defense Council; Controversy over the limits of the Clear Air Act; California's leadership status regarding environmental protection measures.