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Waters of the United States (WOTUS): Frequently Asked Questions About the Scope of the Clean Water Act

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Main Author:	Congressional Research Service
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Published:	Congressional Research Service 2025
Online Access:	https://www.everycrsreport.com/reports/R47408.html
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