Nebraska's Natural Resources Districts take stand against EPA 'Water Rule'

The Nebraska Association of Resources Districts submitted formal comments today on behalf of the 23 Natural Resources Districts across the state in opposition to the proposed changes to the Waters of the United States rule that would significantly expand federal regulatory authority by the EPA and U.S. Corp of Engineers over Nebraska citizens.

While NARD supports efforts to protect water quality and quantity in Nebraska, and has a proven track record of cooperation with local residents and other agencies to do so, we believe the proposed rule to have the federal government more involved in...