POLITICO Energy

Maryland takes the EPA to court over the Chesapeake Bay

Episode Summary

The state seeks to pressure the EPA to take actions against Pennsylvania for ignoring its promise to reduce pollution runoff into the Bay. Pro's Annie Snider says this lawsuit could have legal repercussions for water preservation nationwide, but it could also be a political issue in 2020. Plus, the president says the situation in the Middle East is no threat for America's oil.

Episode Notes

On Wednesday, Maryland governor Larry Hogan directed the state's attorney general to sue the EPA and the state of Pennsylvania after the Keystone state announces it does not plan to meet its promises to reduce pollution runoff into the Chesapeake Bay. Plus, president Trump speaks about the implications of the escalating relations with Iran for American oil access. And, the administration is expected to announce changes to the National Environmental Policy Act today.

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