On the recordJuly 8, 2013
The arbitrary deadlines established by this bill raise serious concerns, but the worst provision may be the one that automatically grants environmental permits for a pipeline.
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congress.govThe arbitrary deadlines established by this bill raise serious concerns, but the worst provision may be the one that automatically grants environmental permits for a pipeline.
Waxman criticizes the bill's automatic permitting for pipelines without thorough review.
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