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On the recordOctober 22, 2019
I want to be clear--I understand the charged nature of this proposal and the potential for environmental disruption that can occur when mining operations are present.
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Bruce Westerman
Republican · Arkansas

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Acknowledges environmental concerns while advocating for fair regulatory processes.

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