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On the recordMay 19, 2010
You have heard testimony from some who say that the protection of these lands will significantly harm the prospects for renewable energy development in the California desert. Our review of the bill in the context of other efforts currently underway indicates that this is patently not the case.
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Dianne Feinstein
Democratic · California

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Feinstein counters claims that land protection will hinder renewable energy development.

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