U.S. Supreme Court Hears Arguments in Case Determining States' Authority to Sue Fossil Fuel Companies for Climate Damages

The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments in *Suncor Energy (U.S.A.) Inc. v. County Commissioners of Boulder County*, a case that could significantly impact whether state and local governments have the authority to sue fossil fuel companies for climate change damages. The ruling is expected to affect numerous similar lawsuits nationwide and help define federal-state legislative boundaries.