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The White House has issued a proclamation granting a two-year exemption for certain stationary sources from new emissions standards that were scheduled to take effect in July 2027. This exemption is based on the claim that the necessary technology for compliance is not currently available in a commercially viable form. The administration argues that this decision is essential for maintaining energy security and protecting jobs in the coal industry, which could be at risk with the immediate implementation of the stricter regulations.

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