Oil Companies Seek Supreme Court Review of Climate Lawsuits

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Several oil and gas companies are asking the Supreme Court to stop state-level climate change lawsuits. They claim federal law, like the Clean Air Act, prevents states from regulating greenhouse gas emissions and that these lawsuits are an attempt to bypass federal rules.

Key facts

• Oil and gas companies are petitioning the Supreme Court to review state-level climate change lawsuits.
• The companies argue that federal law preempts state authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions.
• They believe federal preemption should stop state "climate deception" claims from going to trial.
• Lawsuits accuse companies of misleading the public about fossil fuels' role in climate change.
• The Supreme Court's decision could affect state and local governments' ability to litigate against energy companies for climate damages.