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“In the past, people have had to hire lawyers or consultants to try to figure out whether or not their property contains a federal waterway. We want to make sure that the definition is clear and concise.” quote by Andrew R. Wheeler — Download Open image

“In the past, people have had to hire lawyers or consultants to try to figure out whether or not their property contains a federal waterway. We want to make sure that the definition is clear and concise.”

Andrew R. Wheeler

About This Quote

Source Speech: Remarks on Waterway Definitions, US EPA, 2022

Clarify legal language so owners can easily determine if their land touches a federal waterway.

In simple terms: Make waterway rules simple to understand.

Key Takeaway

Use clear definitions to reduce legal costs.

Themes

law environment regulation

Mood

practical formal

Type

policy legal

When to use this quote

real estate transactions
environmental compliance
land development

Key Concepts

federal jurisdiction property rights

Questions to Reflect On

How can language be both precise and accessible?
What tools help owners verify waterway status?

A Different Perspective

Legal definitions may still be contested in courts.

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