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Port Security Measures Could Harm Economy

By Chris Newbold, Alabama Public Radio

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Mobile, AL – Emerging federal regulations involving the nation's sea ports are coming under fire. Port officials in Mobile believe the proposed rules intended to strengthen security could slow down commerce. Alabama Public Radio's Chris Newbold reports on what state docks officials call the "twic" glitch.

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