In their letter the members highlighted that the rule expands federal jurisdiction far beyond congressional intent and will have serious consequences for business.

President-elect Trump has repeatedly stated his opposition to WOTUS and intent to stop the rule within his first 100 days in office. “NSSGA joins Congress in asking President-elect Trump relieve the aggregates industry and other businesses of this burdensome and unnecessary rule,” said Emily Coyner, NSSGA Director of environmental affairs.