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Oil spill called devastating for Suquamish Tribe
Friday, January 16, 2004
Washington state lawmakers held a hearing on Thursday to address an oil spill that damaged prized beachfront on the Suquamish Reservation.
A spokesperson for the tribe said the 4,800-gallon oil fuel spill has been a "traumatic event" for tribal members.
A tribal fishery and an area used for clam digging were destroyed on December 30.
State Rep. Mike Cooper (D) said he would submit a bill requiring the use of oil-spill booms, which outside experts say could have prevented some of the damage. The tribe said it welcomed stricter rules.
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Tighter oil spill rules sought
(The Seattle Post-Intelligencer 1/16)
Bill addresses oil spill prevention
(The Everett Herald 1/16)
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