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John Shimkus: “Thank you, and Mr. Cobb, I wanted to ask, as another experienced state regulator, do you think states are able to…”

On the recordApril 10, 2013
Thank you, and Mr. Cobb, I wanted to ask, as another experienced state regulator, do you think states are able to interpret the minimum program requirements in the bill to develop a permit program that is protective of human health and the environment?
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John Shimkus
Republican · Illinois

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Inquiring about state regulators' ability to manage coal ash permits effectively.

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