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On the recordJanuary 27, 2020
Today's hearing will review the risk and harms of wildfires and what may be done to address the risk.
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John Shimkus
Republican · Illinois

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Shimkus outlines the focus of the hearing on wildfire risks and the electric power structure's role.

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