I was quite surprised today when I took a quick news break from work, and found an article on CNN titled “Bush signs bill raising auto fuel efficiency standards.” I read the story certain I would find some sort of provision like “Anyone who has ever lived in Texas or even thought about living in Texas and likes real big trucks aint gotta meet no fuel standards.” I can report that upon first glance at the mass-media news stories, there appear to be no such provisions.

Given Bush’s horrific environmental track record, I’m still somewhat skeptical. Any step towards efficiency is great, and I commend that, but it is hard to believe there is not a major ulterior motive going on. I would love to hear others thoughts!


(I don’t think this guy will be happy about the new standards).