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EPA: "But to get this rule right, we need everyone to be part of the conversation."
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By Gina McCarthy
Administrator, U.S.Environmental Protection Agency
Clearer Protections for Clean Water
Posted: 03/25/2014 2:06 pm EDT
Today, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), in partnership with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is taking action to protect our precious water resources.
Many of us have fond memories of playing at our neighborhood pond or taking a swim in the local river. We remember the unspoiled wetlands and streams where our parents took us hunting and fishing as kids. We value our deep-rooted ties to the lakes and rivers that shape where we grew up and where we live. Our waters define who we are as people and as a nation.
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Some may think that this rule will broaden the reach of EPA regulations -- but that's simply not the case. Our proposed rule will not add to or expand the scope of waters historically protected under the Clean Water Act. In the end -- the increased clarity will save us time, keep money in our pockets, cut red tape, give certainty to business, and help fulfill the Clean Water Act's original promise: to make America's waters fishable and swimmable for all.
But to get this rule right, we need everyone to be part of the conversation. We're holding discussions around the country and gathering input to help shape the final rule. Visit http://www.epa.gov/uswaters to learn more about the Clean Water Act and how you can comment on our proposal.
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By Gina McCarthy
Administrator, U.S.Environmental Protection Agency
Clearer Protections for Clean Water
Posted: 03/25/2014 2:06 pm EDT
Today, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), in partnership with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is taking action to protect our precious water resources.
Many of us have fond memories of playing at our neighborhood pond or taking a swim in the local river. We remember the unspoiled wetlands and streams where our parents took us hunting and fishing as kids. We value our deep-rooted ties to the lakes and rivers that shape where we grew up and where we live. Our waters define who we are as people and as a nation.
<>
Some may think that this rule will broaden the reach of EPA regulations -- but that's simply not the case. Our proposed rule will not add to or expand the scope of waters historically protected under the Clean Water Act. In the end -- the increased clarity will save us time, keep money in our pockets, cut red tape, give certainty to business, and help fulfill the Clean Water Act's original promise: to make America's waters fishable and swimmable for all.
But to get this rule right, we need everyone to be part of the conversation. We're holding discussions around the country and gathering input to help shape the final rule. Visit http://www.epa.gov/uswaters to learn more about the Clean Water Act and how you can comment on our proposal.
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Chairman Boxer Applauds EPA and Army Corps’ Proposal for Protecting the Nation’s Water Resources
March 25, 2014
Washington, DC - Senator Barbara Boxer (D-CA), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works (EPW), released the following statement in response to a proposal by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Army Corps) to update and clarify protections under the Clean Water Act for streams and wetlands:
Senator Boxer said: "I am so pleased that the EPA and Army Corps are taking important steps to provide certainty and clarity to ensure that our wetlands and streams are protected. Communities and businesses depend on a safe water supply, and the proposed rule will provide the consistency and predictability that is needed to safeguard the nation's water resources."
Chairman Boxer Applauds EPA and Army Corps’ Proposal for Protecting the Nation’s Water Resources
March 25, 2014
Washington, DC - Senator Barbara Boxer (D-CA), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works (EPW), released the following statement in response to a proposal by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Army Corps) to update and clarify protections under the Clean Water Act for streams and wetlands:
Senator Boxer said: "I am so pleased that the EPA and Army Corps are taking important steps to provide certainty and clarity to ensure that our wetlands and streams are protected. Communities and businesses depend on a safe water supply, and the proposed rule will provide the consistency and predictability that is needed to safeguard the nation's water resources."
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The Obama administration restores critical clean water safeguards
The Obama administration proposed a new rule to clarify which waters of the United States are protected under the Clean Water Act. For years, confusing Supreme Court rulings and agency guidance have left our country's small streams and wetlands at risk of pollution.
The new rule will finally restore protections, as originally intended, to almost all of the nation's fresh waters ensuring safe drinking water for 117 million Americans.
Thank the Obama administration for restoring critical clean water safeguards now!
The Obama administration restores critical clean water safeguards
The Obama administration proposed a new rule to clarify which waters of the United States are protected under the Clean Water Act. For years, confusing Supreme Court rulings and agency guidance have left our country's small streams and wetlands at risk of pollution.
The new rule will finally restore protections, as originally intended, to almost all of the nation's fresh waters ensuring safe drinking water for 117 million Americans.
Thank the Obama administration for restoring critical clean water safeguards now!