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Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee presses nominees on mine reclamation, nuclear cleanup and energy cuts
Summary
An unnamed senator opened a confirmation hearing to question four nominees about commitments to enforce surface mining laws, continue nuclear and Cold War site cleanup, preserve energy-efficiency and renewable programs amid proposed deep budget cuts, and maintain international energy cooperation.
An unnamed senator opened a confirmation hearing before the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources to question four nominees about how they would use their offices to protect communities, clean up legacy sites and maintain U.S. engagement on energy issues.
The senator told nominees Mr. Erdos, Ms. Robertson, Mr. Walsh and Mr. Eisner that while the jobs differ in technical focus, “the 4 jobs have in common … their importance and the responsibility the office holders will have to do well by the American people.” The senator asked each nominee to give assurances that they would carry out…
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