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On the recordSeptember 18, 2013
After 5 years and something like four environmental impact statements, the State Department has determined no significant environmental impact.
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John Hoeven
Republican · North Dakota

Editor's note · Context

Hoover argues that the Keystone XL pipeline has been deemed environmentally safe by the State Department.

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