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House debate focuses on federal water rule; sponsors warn of expanded federal jurisdiction
Summary
A concurrent resolution on the EPAs 'Waters of the United States' rule drew extended debate on Feb. 2, with the sponsor saying the rule expands federal oversight and could upend long‑standing state control; the transcript does not record a final vote result.
Representative Michael Noel (as stated on the floor) moved to uncircle House Concurrent Resolution 1, a resolution opposing the EPA's new "Waters of the United States" rule and asserting state concerns about the scope of federal authority.
In his presentation, the sponsor argued the EPA rule expands the definition of "navigable waters," runs counter to two Supreme Court decisions and "would greatly change" the state's longstanding authority over waters. He said Utah…
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