Water tax war

  • By Jay Brady
  • | 6:33 p.m. January 28, 2010
  • Florida
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REVIEW SUMMARY
What. EPA's numeric nutrient standards proposed for Florida.
Issue. Federal Clean Water Act vs. states' rights to regulate surface water prompting lawsuits.
Impact. Tougher water quality standards are expected to increase sewer rates and stormwater fees plus food, energy and construction costs.

 

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