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John Scott Duarte: When you go to the level of criminalizing farming practices, your requirement to define what is a violation of the Clean…

On the recordApril 18, 2023
When you go to the level of criminalizing farming practices, your requirement to define what is a violation of the Clean Water Act and what is a criminal offense to the Clean Water Act is very, very important.
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John Scott Duarte
Republican · California

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Duarte emphasizes the need for clear definitions in the Clean Water Act to avoid criminal charges against farmers.

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