Robert L. Ehrlich, Jr. letter to W. W., January 28, 1997

Congress of tf)t fHnitei) States Йоиве of JUprESmtatfoee Washington, 2ЭС 20515-2002 January 28, 1997 Dear | Thank you for forwarding to me a copy of your letter in which you express dissatisfaction over tougher auto emissions testing standards proposed for Maryland. I share your concerns. I am concerned by the added cost which the proposed dynamometer test in Maryland will impose on the consumer. Moreover, I question the scientific need for such tougher standards. Since 1990, the number of areas falling into the non-attainment category — localities failing to meet EPA’s healthy air standards — has fallen from 90 to 75 percent. During this period, population and the number of automobiles on the road experienced a sizable increase. This tells me that existing regulations are doing the job. As you probably know, EPA is proposing to unilaterally raise clean air standards. Be assured I will support any effort during the 105th Congress to relieve the burden which current and proposed clean air standards place on individuals. Some of the concerns in your letter pertained to the service you received from state workers at the MVA emissions testing facility you visited. If you believe you were treated in an unprofessional manner, I suggest you contact the state Bureau of Vehicle Emissions, at 410-768-7208 or 800-638-8347. Once again, thanks for calling me. Please contact me again if I may be of assistance in the future. Sincerely, Robert L. Ehrliclf, Jr. Member of Congress