I am particularly concerned by the close relationships that have developed between powerful oil interests and Government agencies such as the Minerals Management Service (MMS) at the expense of environmental safety and public well being.
Leahy raises concerns about the ties between oil companies and government agencies compromising safety.
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I can say with absolute certainty that the proposed rules directly conflict with the legislation on a variety of matters, especially on provisions that limit access to the PTAB.
Congress was the original classification authority (OCA). It let that power essentially slip away to the Executive Branch.
People in the Trump administration who know nothing and care less about these programs are arbitrarily jeopardizing relations with a strategic partner in one of the most challenging regions of the world.
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