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On the recordSeptember 21, 2011
Endangered fish costs are a major reason for electricity rate increases in the Pacific Northwest region, reaching over 30% of the costs passed on to consumers.
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Cathy McMorris Rodgers
Republican · Washington

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Highlighting the impact of environmental regulations on electricity prices.

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