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Potential Relationships Between Hydraulic Fracturing and Drinking Water Resources
Citation:
PULS, R. Potential Relationships Between Hydraulic Fracturing and Drinking Water Resources. Presented at The Interstate Oil and Gas Compact Commission Annual Meeting, Lexington, KY, May 23 - 25, 2010.
Impact/Purpose:
to carry out astudy on the relationship between hydraulic fracturing and drinking water
Description:
The conferees urge the Agency to carry out a study on the relationship between hydraulic fracturing and drinking water, using a credible approach that relies on the best available science, as well as independent sources of information. The conferees expect the study to be conducted through a transparent, peer-reviewed process that will ensure the validity and accuracy of the data. The Agency shall consult with other Federal agencies as well as appropriate State and interstate regulatory agencies in carrying out the study, which should be prepared in accordance with the Agency's quality assurance principles.