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February 13, 2013

New York Could Delay Fracking Decision, Leaving Ban in Place 
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In New York, the decision over whether to lift a ban on the gas-drilling
process known as "fracking" is facing a delay after regulators studying
its health impact said they needed more time to complete a key review.
The move could potentially delay the rule-making process for months,
leaving the ban in place. On Tuesday, the state's top environmental
regulator said he may speed up the process by issuing permits for
fracking before final regulations are created if the health department
concludes the process is safe. Critics say fracking, which involves
blasting liquid into deep underground rock, threatens the environment,
water supplies and public health.

 

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