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I urge you to vote to enact the new rule to reduce air pollution
from California's construction equipment.

Construction equipment is the second largest source of diesel
pollution in California, accounting for 20% of particulate matter
and 16% of smog-forming Nitrogen Oxides. These pollutants are two
of the biggest pollution hazards for public health in California
and throughout the country.

Exposure to smog can have serious effects on respiratory health.
Inflammation and irritation of the respiratory tract can cause
shortness of breath, throat irritation, chest pains and coughing,
and lead to asthma attacks, hospital admissions and emergency room
visits.

Particulate air pollution or soot can be inhaled and reach deep
into the lungs. These tiny particulates can enter the circulatory
system and damage blood vessels. Particulate pollution is
associated with heart attacks, irregular heartbeat, asthma
attacks, reduced lung function and bronchitis.

These health impacts result in tens of thousands of premature
deaths in the U.S. from heart and lung disease annually, as well
as hospital admissions, emergency room visits, absences from
school or work, and restricted activities related to asthma
attacks. Children are especially vulnerable because their lungs
are still developing.

Thank you - Janet Sapadin