Despite public backlash, West Virginia lawmakers vote to weaken pollution rules

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This is a followup to Texastowlie's post a week ago

Despite strong opposition at a public hearing, little analysis by lawmakers of potential environmental impact and no data to support promises of new jobs, a bill that would allow more toxic pollution to be discharged into West Virginia’s rivers and streams moved one step closer Monday to passage later this week in the House of Delegates.

The House advanced the bill to second reading, or amendment stage, after its supporters easily defeated an unusual procedural move by Delegate Mike Pushkin, D-Kanawha, that would have rejected the bill during its first reading on the floor. Lawmakers will consider any proposed amendments to the bill during the House floor session today. Charleston Gazette-Mail

Polluters get to stick it to us again. Thanks to all those red voters and people who thought both parties are essentially the same. Congratulations you fcukheads!