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The proposed rulemaking for plug-in hybrid electric vehicle
conversions imposes such stringent and costly requirements that the
small, local conversion system manufacturers developing and
producing this energy- and pollution-saving technology will likely
be forced out of business. Without these entrepreneurs and small
companies developing plug-in hybrids, awakening consumer demand for
vehicles few knew were possible, and forcing a reluctant auto
industry to take the technology seriously, the Board would not be
here discussing plug-in hybrids -- vehicles that have the potential
to significantly reduce air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions
in our state, and ultimately, in our nation and the world. Please
do not cripple this small but vibrant and growing conversion
industry with premature, excessive regulation. These small
companies are the innovators. I urge the Board to work with them to
develop a realistic strategy that will foster the growth of this
industry as well as ensure the long-term emission reductions that
this technology offers.

Thank you for considering my comments.