If that is the case, as we are coming up with this national bill, do we have the responsibility to allow for regional differences in these standards and requirements?
Joe Barton: “If that is the case, as we are coming up with this national bill, do we have the responsibility to allow for regional…”
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Barton emphasizes the need for regional considerations in national energy legislation.
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Thank you, Mr. Chairman, and I want to thank you, sir, for appearing voluntarily without subpoena and standing or sitting there all by yourself.
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