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James Norton: “The fact is that people in the District are living with the aftermath of munitions that were buried after World War I…”

On the recordApril 22, 2004
The fact is that people in the District are living with the aftermath of munitions that were buried after World War I, which is not very pleasant, particularly when they pay some of the highest taxes in the United States. I agree with the gentleman that if the Federal Government would simply set an example by cleaning up after itself, more of the rest of America would be likely to follow. One example I have been able to get into a recent bill which has passed the House is for the Federal Government to use solar energy in its own buildings. There is $60 million for 5 years for that to occur.
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James Norton
Ohio
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Discussing environmental issues and federal responsibility on Earth Day.

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