The Climate Change Superfund Act seeks to charge fossil fuel companies for climate-related damages, following Vermont and New York's lead. These laws require polluters to contribute based on their greenhouse gas emissions. With 11 states introducing similar bills, the initiative faces legal challenges from industry opponents. Lawmakers emphasize the necessity of these laws to finance disaster response and infrastructure repairs due to escalating climate crises. Advocates remain determined despite pushback, recognizing the fight as crucial for climate justice and fiscal responsibility in light of mounting environmental challenges.
"As climate disasters strain state budgets, a growing number of lawmakers want fossil fuel companies to pay for damages caused by their greenhouse gas emissions."
"Lawmakers and climate advocates... always expected backlash, given the billions of dollars at stake for the oil and gas industry - but that states have no choice but to find ways to pay."
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