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Since 1972 , The Clean Water Act has protected North America's lakes, rivers, streams, and wetlands from pollution. Now, however, senators may weaken this important legislation. We MUST stop this now!

Senator Barrasso (R-WY) is working hard for an amendment that would undermine safegaurds for water this is currently protected under The Clean Water Act. The amendment would allow the contaminating or destruction of streams and the draining and filling of wetlands around the country. Public health is threatened.

If this proposal succeeds, it will mean that 20% of wetlands in the U.S. could lack Clean Water Act protection. Also, 117 million Americans would be getting some or all of their drinking water from sources that do not have clear protection under The Clean Water Act.

Please contact your Senators and tell them to vote NO on the Barrasso-Heller amendment to the energy and water appropriations bill, which is numbered HR 2354.

Thank you for taking action on this important issue.

1. What is the greatest use of household water?

—— washing machine
—— dishwasher
—— shower
—— landscaping

3. Taking a bath saves more water than taking a shower. True or false.

4. How many gallons of water are wasted in an average home each year due to leaky household pipes?

5. According to the National Climate Data Center, which state has not experienced a drought between March, 2009, and February, 2010?

1. Landscaping—50% water consumption outdoors; 50% lost in evaporation or runoff caused by over watering.

4. 11,000—U.S. EPA says leaky pipes waste enough water for a household to fill a backyard swimming pool. Toilets and faucets are common culprits.

5. Virginia—According to the National Climate Data Center, Virginia has not experienced a drought between March, 2009 and February, 2010.


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