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Here is the reply I got, anyone know if this is legitimate or just political BS?
Dear Mr. Winans:
Thank you for writing to me about recreational boating.
I am very pleased to tell you that I have joined with Senator Bill Nelson (D-FL) in introducing S.2766, the Clean Boating Act of 2008. Our bill would make permanent the existing exemption for recreational boaters under the Clean Water Act. It also requires the Environmental Protection Agency and the Coast Guard to develop management practices, outside of any permitting programs, to assist boaters in minimizing adverse pollution impacts. By assisting boaters in ways that maintain and improve water quality, the boating experience can be enhanced for all users.
In developing this bill, I worked closely with boat user groups and recreational boat manufacturers to meet the needs of boaters and our mutual goal of clean water.
The National Marine Manufacturers Association, which is leading the efforts on behalf of boaters everywhere, said, "This legislation takes a balanced approach which protects the American marine manufacturing sector, boaters and anglers, and the nation's aquatic resources."
As Chairman of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works, I will be working with my colleagues to see that this legislation to protect recreational boaters and improve water quality is considered and approved by the Senate.
Again, thank you for writing to me. Please feel free to write to me in the future about this or any other issue of concern to you.
Barbara Boxer
United States Senator
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