On the recordJune 23, 2010
You've noted that state authorities have primary responsibility over gas distribution pipelines and that many states have chosen to adopt regulatory standards that are more stringent than Federal ones.
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Thune emphasizes state authority in pipeline regulation and stricter state standards.
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