Right now, the Environmental Protection Agency is considering reversing a Bush administration decision that has prevented California and other states from taking action to reduce global warming pollution from cars – they’re holding a hearing on this very issue today, March 5th. In addition, the EPA is taking public comment before making a ruling.

What does this mean? It means that MD, DC and the 11 other states that passed the California standard for stricter vehicle emissions can actually start implementing this law, something that was blocked by the EPA under our friend George W.

So what can you do? The We Campaign has a petition going to the EPA, showing people’s support for the California clean cars waiver. Check it out. By which I mean: take a moment to sign it – it’s another small step in the right direction.