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Ed Whitfield: Mr. Chairman, before we make it easier for private companies to take control of the use of the waters belonging to the…

On the recordMay 12, 2015
Mr. Chairman, before we make it easier for private companies to take control of the use of the waters belonging to the people in this great nation, we should at least hear from the experts within those agencies that are responsible for protecting those interests.
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Ed Whitfield
Republican · Kentucky

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Whitfield emphasizes the need for expert testimony before altering water use regulations.

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