On the recordApril 28, 2014
Essentially, the bill completely ties the hands of State and local regulators to protect human health and the environment from toxic chemicals in commerce.
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congress.govPaul Tonko: “Essentially, the bill completely ties the hands of State and local regulators to protect human health and the…”
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Tonko argues the bill restricts state and local regulatory powers.
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