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At a time when Ohioans need most to build and maintain their financial security, the “cap and trade” measure spear-headed by US Rep. Henry Waxman of California, chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, will do nothing but provide further hurtles for Ohioans to realize such security. This bill, which calls for restrictions on the amount of greenhouse gas emissions such as those produced by coal, would result in higher energy costs for consumers. Furthermore, the job security of those in high-manufacturing areas would be in jeopardy, leading those affected to tighten their budgets at a time when spending is most needed to stimulate our economy. The pending consequences to this bill are evidence to show that regulation does not help our economy but cripples the very workers and families upon whom it depends.

For more information on the effects of this bill visit the Heritage Foundation website.

For information on how this bill would impact Ohio directly, visit the Sandusky Register at this site.

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