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Brigham Young University Prelaw Review

Keywords

Utah air quality, Clean Air Act limitations, Environmental racism, Marginalized communities, Pollution disparities, Health inequities, Environmental justice, Air pollution legislation, Structural racism, Environmental policy reform, Air quality standards, Urban pollution, Environmental health disparities, Legal remedies for pollution, Regulatory failure

Abstract

Within the context of structural racism and economic inequality, Black and Latino communities confront disproportionate exposure to environmental hazards, amplifying health inequities. This article emphasizes the imperative for advancing environmental justice in Utah, where pervasive pollution exacerbates disparities. Furthermore, the disregard for community input by Utah's authorities perpetuates disparities in resource allocation. This narrative aligns with a nationwide trend wherein marginalized populations confront grave environmental risks. Concurrently, escalating concerns regarding air quality in Utah highlights the far-reaching consequences of pollution on public health, necessitating comprehensive legislative action to safeguard vulnerable communities.

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