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DNR Wetlands Rule Sparks Debate At Wisconsin Hearing
A legislative hearing on NR 115 drew support and sharp criticism as critics labeled the rule an end run around lawmaking while backers called it a crucial step to protect wetlands. The proposal would require counties to zone unincorporated shorelands designated as wetlands within 1000 feet of lakes or 300 feet of navigable water and allow continued farming if no filling or drainage occurs. The seven hour session, attended by 300 plus and with 186 opposing, featured strong voices for and against DNR authority, with Attorney General La Follette affirming DNR's statutory duty to regulate wetland uses near navigable waters.
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