John Duarte: “This bill ensures that EPA permit riders do their jobs in a…”

“I'm proud that HR7023 includes my initiative taking much needed steps to fix inconsistencies in the permitting process under the Clean Water Act. In particular, This bill ensures that EPA permit riders do their jobs in a clear and reliable manner, including clear, objective, concrete limits on specific pollutants or water body conditions. that permittees can rely on. Currently, the EPA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit riders often include language and permits that provide loopholes for anti development groups to sue and block permits needed for critical energy and other infrastructure improvements.” (00:32–00:45)

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