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On the recordMay 4, 2014
At the same time, we must recognize that environmental policies and programs related to the Chesapeake Bay and elsewhere must be based on sound science and law and accomplished in a manner which does not jeopardize the livelihoods of hard working Americans.
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David Vitter
Republican · Louisiana

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Vitter stresses the need for science-based environmental policies that protect American livelihoods.

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