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AP United States History
Multiple Choice

Environmental Policies Post-1980

Hard Period 9: 1980–present Environmental Concerns

In the context of environmental concerns in the United States since 1980, various events and policies have shaped public discourse and governmental action regarding ecological sustainability. One crucial event was the establishment of the U.S. Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program in 2009, which was part of the legislative efforts to address climate change. This event followed a series of significant environmental awareness movements and negotiations, impacting federal policymaking.

Which of the following policies or movements most directly stemmed from the increased awareness and scientific consensus regarding climate change during this period?

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