If the EPA can regulate any of those larger industries, what about smaller entities, such as many building and highway construction projects, agricultural operations, big box commercial enterprises, hospitals and even churches that emit lots of greenhouse gases?

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They complained that it is unfair for their states to pay more in federal gas taxes than they get back from Washington for highway and transit construction projects.

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The projects totaling 21 in all include construction of subway and light rail lines in 23 cities, 13 highway projects spanning 2, 000 kilometers, 10 municipal-level projects and three ports and waterway projects.

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This would put a stop to highway construction, bridge repair, mass transit systems and other important projects that keep our country moving quickly and safely.

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This provides funding for highway construction, bridge repair, mass transit systems, and other essential projects that keep our people and our commerce moving quickly and safely.

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And yes, 23, 000 state workers will be trying to figure out how to care for their families without a paycheck for the duration along with an estimated 5, 000 to 10, 000 construction workers who will be laid off as the state shuts down dozens of road and highway projects.

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