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EPA uses 1910 law to curb Lake Michigan pollution
The EPA will withhold final permits for seven large firms along the Lake Michigan shore under a little known 1910 act. Chicago conservation groups prompted the move, arguing current standards are too weak. The decision may set a nationwide precedent affecting 1899 permits and spurs court action on technological cleanup requirements.
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Chicago
Environmental Protection Agency
Lake Michigan
United States Army Corps of Engineers
EPA
Nixon
Thomas Meites
Cook
Lake Counties
William D. Ruckelshaus
Lake County