Number: RL30737 Title: Diesel Fuel and Engines: An Analysis of EPA's New Regulations Authors: Brent D. Yacobucci, James E. McCarthy, John W. Fischer, Alejandro E. Segarra, and Lawrence C. Kumins, Resources, Science, and Industry Division Abstract: This report reviews the final regulations on diesel fuel and diesel engine emissions signed by the EPA Administrator December 21, 2000. It examimes the rule's potential impacts on fuel supply, summarizes the issues related to pollution controls, discusses potential impacts on the economy, and discusses issues raised by the timing and implementation schedule of the proposed rule. Pages: 25 Date: Updated May 1, 2001