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Springfield, MO
The Obama administration expanded federal protection of waterways Wednesday with the approval of new clean water regulations to help combat pollution.
The regulations, issued by the Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, define which rivers, streams and wetlands fall under federal protection of the Clean Water Act.
The proposed version of the bill met with criticism from Congress as well as farmers, manufacturers and electric utility providers, according to Bloomberg Business.
President Barack Obama has promised to veto a bill passed 261-155 by the House to block the EPA’s rule, which would require the agency to consult state leaders before issuing a new ruling. The Senate is considering similar legislation.
The EPA and Army Corps also want federal oversight on ponds or streams near larger rivers, lakes and bays, which opponents of the rule fear will require federal permission be given to approve projects such as digging ditches and installing culverts.
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