Grace Napolitano: “I strongly oppose the inclusion of section 611, which overturns a Federal court decision that protects meal and rest…”

To me, the answer is clear. We should recognize the familiarity and workability of the historic Clean Water Act.

Since 1973, American Rivers has protected wild rivers, restored damaged rivers, and conserved clean water for people and nature.

Thank you, Mr. Chair.

I believe the Supreme Court purposefully chose to substitute its own philosophy over decades-old, legally grounded efforts to protect water quality.