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On the recordJune 24, 2013
Simply put, NEPA requires federal decision-making to be rational, informed, participatory, and accountable.
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Ron Wyden
Democratic · Oregon

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Wyden emphasizes the importance of NEPA in ensuring responsible federal actions.

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