Which of the following statements about environmental legislation in the U.S. today is LEAST accurate?
A. Despite recognition of threats to the environment, the U.S. government is reluctant to commit itself to international standards.
B. Some state and local governments have been pledging commitment to international environmental agreements when the national government refuses to do so.
C. Although the heyday of environmental regulation occurred in the 1970s, the U.S. government has since enacted new legislation to improve fuel efficiency.
D. The U.S. government tries to balance the often conflicting needs of a healthy environment and a healthy industrial economy.
E. The U.S. government refused to become a signatory to the Paris agreement on climate change for fear of doing too much harm to domestic business.
Answer: E
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