Federal Judge Blocks EPA's Civil Rights Enforcement in Louisiana

Ruling prevents the EPA from using Title VI to address disparate environmental impacts on minority communities.

Judge James Cain's decision makes permanent a temporary hold issued in January.
The ruling limits the EPA's ability to enforce civil rights protections in Louisiana's 'Cancer Alley.'
Earthjustice and other advocates warn this could set a precedent for other states to seek similar exemptions.
The EPA had aimed to use Title VI to combat environmental injustices in marginalized communities.
Louisiana officials argue the EPA's actions exceeded the scope of the Civil Rights Act.