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I'm writing to express my support for CARB's diesel truck and
bus regulation to reduce toxic emissions and save lives. Diesel
trucks and buses are the single-largest source of toxic diesel
pollution in the state, and are responsible for thousands of
premature deaths, hospitalizations and asthma attacks each year.


California needs these regulations to save lives today, protect
health and improve air quality in our communities. 

Too many people are dying every year from air pollution related
illnesses in California, and diesel trucks are a major source of
this pollution. The public health cost of delaying these
measures is too much to bear. Diesel truck pollution alone is
responsible each year for about 4,500 early deaths and thousands
of asthma attacks and hospitalizations for lung illnesses. These
public health emergencies impact hospitals and emergency rooms
throughout the state that are already overburdened. Diesel soot
poses an especially critical health danger for truck drivers,
children, the elderly and residents living near major freeways,
ports, rail yards, truck stops and other diesel hot spots who
bear the greatest burden of disease. 

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California can't wait any longer. Please move forward in
implementing this vitally needed regulation that will save lives
and improve the health of all California residents.