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DOI solicitor nominee vows to follow law on frozen funds, warns against rushed NEPA reviews
Summary
Mister Doerfemeyer, the nominee for solicitor at the Department of the Interior, told the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee that his job would be to "review the facts and review the law and provide my clear advice on what the law requires" when asked whether he would ensure appropriated funds are obligated and dispersed in accordance with the Impoundment Control Act.
Mister Doerfemeyer, the nominee for solicitor at the Department of the Interior, told the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee that his job would be to "review the facts and review the law and provide my clear advice on what the law requires" when asked whether he would ensure that appropriated funds are obligated and dispersed in accordance with law and the Impoundment Control Act.
Senator Heinrich raised concerns that the department "continues to violate court orders with respect to frozen funds" and asked directly, "If confirmed, will you ensure that appropriated funds are obligated and dispersed in a timely manner in accordance with the law and in accordance with the…
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