Ed Whitfield

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Ed Whitfield is a former Republican member of the United States House of Representatives, who served Kentucky's 1st congressional district from 1995 to 2017. During his tenure, he was known for his work on energy and commerce issues, particularly in relation to the energy sector and healthcare. Whitfield played a significant role in various legislative efforts, including those aimed at reforming the Affordable Care Act and addressing energy policy in the United States. He was also involved in initiatives related to veterans' affairs and agriculture, reflecting the interests of his constituents in rural Kentucky.

Mar 23, 2011

But there is a pending court case?

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Mar 23, 2011

But is there a specific----

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Mar 23, 2011

So, you're not making any significant plans on this?

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Mar 23, 2011

They do not enforce it?

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Mar 23, 2011

If that's true, why did it take the EPA 16 years to take some action?

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Mar 23, 2011

Congress has made its will very clear on this issue.

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Mar 23, 2011

Texas in this--on this regard has really been a leader in the Nation in meeting EPA standards.

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Mar 16, 2011

the Deepwater Horizon spill was a serious environmental disaster.

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Mar 16, 2011

A Federal district court judge called the administration's actions unreasonable and unjustified.

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Mar 16, 2011

former President Clinton characterized it as ridiculous.

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Mar 16, 2011

If you look at what is happening in the Gulf Coast, where over a third of America's domestic energy is produced, the President's policies are literally shutting this industry down.

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