This is what ALEC siad:

This is probably the only time I ever agreed with ALEC. I don't think a Wall Street game should be made of greenhouse gases. I realize people use them anyway and that is fine. Such initiatives for Global Citizens is a matter of conscience. I understand that. 

But, my heart of hearts has told me one thing and one thing only, REGULATE. Simply served straight up regulations. Let there be no doubt or any math that has to determine the EXCHANGE of carbon credits. Easy, without a doubt regulation.

 

There are about eleven other "Whereas" before these. 

 

...WHEREAS, (click here) state regulations of carbon dioxide emission standards for motor vehicles is tantamount to a state version of federal fuel economy mandates that reduces consumer choice by restricting production of larger, heavier vehicles that provide more utility and passenger safety; and
WHEREAS, states can best encourage greater implementation of innovative technologies through market based consumer incentives and support public/private partnerships that promote the development of advanced technologies; and

WHEREAS,

the President’s Global Warming Initiative stresses the importance of science in guiding policy and actions that are consistent with the need to maintain healthy economic growth. It also places increased emphasis on improving the state of climate science, so that policy actions are consistent with our state of knowledge.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED

that the American Legislative Exchange Council supports the free market principles contained within the President’s initiative as a cost- effective and scientifically guided national program to address the climate change issue.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED

that the American Legislative Exchange Council is opposed to mandatory or “voluntary” carbon dioxide emission standards and the use of greenhouse transferable credits as a tool for environmental policy or regulation.