Republican Committee Leaders Seek Hearings On Bill to Clarify Authority Over U.S. Waters

摘要

The Republican leaders of three House committees are calling on Democrats to hold hearings on legislation that would clarify and reaffirm federal jurisdiction over waters of the United States, including wetlands.rnIn a June 22 letter, the Republican House members said the bill introduced by Rep. James Oberstar (D-Minn.), America's Commitment to Clean Water Act (H.R. 5088), would have an impact on irrigation projects, farming and ranching, mining, and small businesses.