Washington, D.C. (May 30, 2014)—

On Monday, June 2, 2014 the American Lung Association will host a telephone briefing with President Obama, national health groups, and health professionals from across the country on the EPA’s proposal of carbon pollution limits from existing power plants, expected health benefits, and opportunities to provide public input.

In advance of the event, Harold P. Wimmer, National President and CEO of the American Lung Association issued the following statement:

“We are honored to have the President join us to discuss the much anticipated carbon pollution standards that EPA is expected to propose on Monday. Evidence is clear that pollution from power plants is harming the health of our nation. For the 147 million - nearly half of all Americans - already living in areas with unhealthy levels of ozone or particle pollution, curbing carbon pollution emissions is a critical step forward for protecting public health from the impacts of climate change happening today. Having the President join us and our health partners underscores just how important this rule is to the health of American families.”

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