HAGERSTOWN, Md. (AP) — The federal government’s new plan for reducing pollutants blamed for global warming recognizes the value of steps Maryland has already taken, Gov. Martin O’Malley said Monday in congratulating President Barack Obama for what he called bold leadership on climate change.

O’Malley said in a statement that Maryland is taking strong action to reduce pollution, including the power-plant carbon dioxide emissions targeted by the Environmental Protection Agency.