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Alex Padilla: It is imperative that we work here in Congress to pass legislation that clarifies that entities such as water systems…

On the recordMay 30, 2023
It is imperative that we work here in Congress to pass legislation that clarifies that entities such as water systems are not held liable for pollution to which they did not contribute.
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Alex Padilla
Democratic · California

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Stressing the need for legislation protecting water systems from liability.

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