Builders have been eliminating wetland acreage at the fastest pace in at least a decade under a controversial state law that eased protections for the ecologically important lands.
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A state law that made it easier for developers to destroy wetlands also required payment for replacement wetlands in many cases.
The Assembly was considering a law to make it easier for developers to eliminate wetlands.
Attorney General Brad Schimel says he may issue an opinion even though his office is involved in related court cases.
Former DNR employees are writing in support of a petition asking the EPA to force better state control of water pollution.
The state's business lobby is backing several bills that contain dozens of provisions to provide 'certainty' for owners of sensitive lands.
Republican lawmakers circulating the bill Monday say the changes would streamline state regulations and boost the economy.
Robin Vos gathers backing for an opinion about a Supreme Court ruling that slowed permits for wells that critics say harm water quality.
Walker had promised to tame an "out of control" DNR.
But water advocates and big farms commend lawmakers for tackling thorny issue, and offer many contradictory suggestions.
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