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On the recordApril 10, 2013
Isn't it better for facilities to operate under an enforceable permit instead of a self-implementing regulation?
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John Shimkus
Republican · Illinois

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Shimkus questions the effectiveness of self-implementing regulations compared to enforceable permits.

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