Jimmy Carter actually said...

Nothing in this Order shall be construed to limit, delay, or prohibit any agency action which is essential for the protection of public health or safety, for national security, or for the maintenance or rehabilitation of environmental quality within the Region.

Context

Executive Order 12247—Federal Actions in the Lake Tahoe Region

10/14/1980

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