Epa Rule Change Removes Federal Protections From Large Swath Of Waters And Wetlands

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Green Bay Press-Gazette
Thu, 01/23/2020 - 6:22pm

In a move designed to benefit business interests, the EPA on Thursday announced a rule to remove federal protections from certain waters.

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