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Ed Markey: I am concerned that the Coast Guard is moving forward on this rule without adequately consulting the states.

On the recordApril 7, 2014
I am concerned that the Coast Guard is moving forward on this rule without adequately consulting the states.
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Ed Markey
Democratic · Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Markey expresses concern over the Coast Guard's rule-making process and its impact on state laws.

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