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John Shimkus: “I think the discussion draft basically identifies a base standard, and I think it is pretty clear.”

On the recordApril 10, 2013
I think the discussion draft basically identifies a base standard, and I think it is pretty clear.
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John Shimkus
Republican · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Shimkus discusses the clarity of the draft regarding EPA's authority over state permit programs.

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