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Dave Harmon, PW editor
- Jul 17, 2019
- 1 min read

Opponents of refinery near Theodore Roosevelt NP appeal regulatory approvals

BISMARCK — Environmental groups continued a legal challenge against an oil refinery that’s slated to be built on the doorstep of Theodore Roosevelt National Park in southwest North Dakota Monday, July 15.

The Environmental Law and Policy Center, along with the Dakota Resource Council, filed a notice of appeal Monday in the state Supreme Court challenging a lower court decision.

https://www.inforum.com/news/government-and-politics/3972743-Groups-appeal-decision-over-refinery-near-North-Dakotas-national-park

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