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Longview lawmaker proposes state regulation after paper mill disaster

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Sen. Jeff Wilson of Longview is proposing new state regulations following a paper mill disaster, despite current state budget constraints.

Although the state is facing a budget crisis, Sen. Jeff Wilson, R-Longview, said he “can’t think of a more worthy cause” for lawmakers to pass and fund.

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