Barack Obama: Obama Statement on BP Decision to Meet Lower Lake Michigan Waste Limits
By admin - Posted on August 24th, 2007
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August 23, 2007 -- WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Barack Obama (D-IL) today released the following statement on the announcement that BP America will operate its Whiting refinery at lower waste limits in Lake Michigan, which borders Illinois’ shorelines. Last week, Obama called on Environment and Public Works Committee Chairman Barbara Boxer (D-CA) to hold hearings to examine the agreement.
“BP's announcement that it will operate the Whiting refinery at the lower waste limit requirements is an encouraging development. I hope today's news reflects a genuine commitment not only to protecting Lake Michigan, but also restoring it. We now have a real opportunity for setting precedent on Great Lakes preservation.”
“The challenges facing Lake Michigan underscore the importance of strengthening the Clean Water Act, and continuing to takes steps to prevent the pollution of Illinois' drinking water and protect the Great Lakes for generations to come.”
Source: Senator Barack Obama
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