Rep. Waxman Statement on Administration Decision on Keystone XL Pipeline

Nov 10, 2011

Ranking Member Henry A. Waxman released the following statement in response to today’s announcement by the State Department that it will seek further information on the Keystone XL pipeline project:

“The State Department recognized today that the proposed Keystone XL tar sands pipeline threatens our health and security. We can act to avoid catastrophic climate change or we can lock in a 100-year dependence on tar sands—the dirtiest, most carbon-polluting oil available—but we cannot choose both. As the State Department further evaluates this misguided proposal, it must thoroughly and impartially address how the pipeline would exacerbate climate change, as well as other concerns.”

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