We hear about an oil spill in Southern Wisconsin that was reported by the pipeline operator a year later. Then, Rep. Gwen Moore discusses infrastructure budget plans and gives an update on lead pipe replacement in Milwaukee.
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Residents Enraged Over 2019 Oil Spill Reported A Year Later
Canadian oil company Enbridge Energy waited more than a year to notify the state of a 2019 petroleum spill in South Central Wisconsin. Subsequently, Michigan wants a major oil pipeline operated by Enbridge shut down. A reporter explains the environmental concerns and how local residents are reacting to the spill.
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Rep. Gwen Moore On President Biden's Infrastructure Plan, Lead Pipe Replacement
President Joe Biden has proposed a massive upgrade to the nation’s infrastructure in the American Jobs Plan. Along with roads, bridges and other infrastructure projects, it would replace all of America’s lead pipes. Rep. Gwen Moore joins us to discuss the plan and what it would mean for Milwaukee.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Courtney Everett Producer
- Jana Rose Schleis Producer
- A. Emily Ralph Technical Director
- Laura Schulte Guest
- Representative Gwen Moore Guest
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