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On the recordOctober 19, 2000
In directing that the NAS report by properly considered by the Agency, the language in the statement of managers directs the Agency to consider the findings of the report when making site-specific remedial decisions and in developing remediation guidance for contaminated aquatic sediments. In both cases, EPA should consider the findings of the report so that the best science available will be taken into account before going forward. In implementing this direction, EPA should seek to ensure that Congress can evaluate how the findings of the report have been considered.
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Julian Bond
Alabama

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Clarifying the role of the NAS report in EPA's decision-making process regarding contaminated aquatic sediments.

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