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I have listened to many people talk today about the health issues
that diesel causes and that "we can't afford to put this off".  One
thing to remember is that in 2003 forward all diesel engines have
gotten cleaner and effective 2010 will be the cleanest in history. 
In some areas we will be cleaning the air, literally.  So we are
not putting off cleaner engines or better health in California. 
ALL trucks and buses purchased new DO HAVE CLEANER ENGINES even
used trucks or buses 2003 or newer will be helping our health over
older equipment.  So CARB because of the new diesel engine
requirements has and will continue to help the health of
California.  The only thing we will be putting off is forcing truck
and bus owners to purchase equipment prior to the financial ability
or stability of that company.  So if we delay out the rule, that
does not mean my company nor the other thousands effected by this
rule will STOP buying new equipment we will just do it in the
manner that has kept us alive during the ups and downs of the
industry and economy.  So since 2003 diesel engine changes have and
will continue to better the air and health of California all while
no rules where in affect.  I understand Federal requirements onto
our great state but we need to take this back to Congress and go
over our 2003, 2007 and 2010 engine changes and get another 5 year
stay.  Then make changes to the rule so the majority of those
affected can meet the rule, purchase the 2010 technology that has
not yet hit our dealerships and showrooms and at the same time meet
our Federal requirements.