NOTIFICATION

Addendum

The following communication, dated 20 March 2025, is being circulated at the request of the delegation of the United States of America.

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Title: Climate Protection Program (CPP) 2025 Temporary Rule

Description: On 16 November 2024, the Environmental Quality Commission adopted rules to establish the Climate Protection Program in Oregon, as OAR Chapter 340, Division 273.

On 13 March 2025, the Commission adopted temporary rule OAR-340-273-0400. The temporary rule amendment was needed to implement the correct and intended methodology for the one-time distribution of additional 2025 compliance instruments. This temporary rule does not introduce any policy changes.

Materials for the temporary rulemaking are available on the Environmental Quality Commission website.

Climate Protection Program Temporary Rules (Action)

The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) proposed a temporary rule amendment to the recently adopted Climate Protection Program. The temporary rule amendment was needed to implement the correct and intended methodology for generating additional 2025 compliance instruments. This temporary rule does not introduce any policy changes.

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·_        Item E Presentation Slides

The Climate Protection Program sets an enforceable declining cap on greenhouse gas emissions from fossil fuels used throughout Oregon, including diesel, gasoline, and natural gas. The program is designed to reduce these emissions by 50% by 2035 and 90% by 2050. In addition to significantly reducing climate pollution, the program:

·_        Supports reductions in other types of air pollution.

·_        Improves public health in Oregon communities, particularly environmental justice communities most impacted by pollution and climate change.

·_        Prioritizes equity by promoting benefits and alleviating burdens for these communities including communities of color, tribal communities, rural communities, and communities experiencing lower incomes.

·_        Provides regulated parties with compliance flexibility options to manage their costs.

·_        Supports a strong economy.

Please visit the Climate Protection Program website, sign up to receive updates here, or contact the program at CPP.INFO@deq.oregon.gov for more information.

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