Topic: Natural Resources Committee
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The Monitor's View: High gas prices and oily political rhetoric don't mix
President Obama and Republicans eye rising gasoline prices and think 2012. Too many of their responses aren't aimed at weaning America off oil.
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New warning of poisonous chemicals in natural gas 'hydrofracking'
A congressional report finds that chemicals used in 'hydrofracking' to extract natural gas are known or possible human carcinogens, regulated under federal environmental laws.
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Did Americans reject clean energy by voting Republican?
US environmentalists concede disappointment at the GOP's surge, but say the defeat of California Prop. 23 shows voters were motivated by the economy and not a rejection of clean energy.
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Do uranium mines belong near Grand Canyon?
Mining companies stake claims on federal land adjoining the park, while opponents say drinking water will be at risk.
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More waters off California may be off limits to oil drilling
Congress is poised to expand two marine sanctuaries along the state's wild north coast.
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More waters off California may be off limits to oil drilling
Congress is poised to expand two marine sanctuaries along the state's wild north coast.
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