The organizations below (ASWM, ECOS, et. al.) are pleased to provide the following comments in response to proposed guidance regarding the scope of jurisdiction under the Clean Water Act, as published by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) in the Federal Register on May 2, 2011.  The guidance has been jointly reviewed by the signatory agencies and organizations that collectively support water resource protection and management interests of the states, as undersigned. While some of us may have additional comments specific to the concerns of our individual organizations, and will be submitting those comments separately, we all agree on a number of key points. To read full letter, click here.