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However, original copies should be obtained for purposes of accuracy in all relevant matters. In the proposed consent decrees filed today, the companies agreed to settle antitrust complaints by modifying their contracting practices in those four markets. Bingaman said that the Antitrust Division is examining other industries for the type of practices challenged here and will continue to monitor developments in this industry. The civil antitrust complaint and proposed consent decree involving Waste Management were filed today in U.S. District Court in Savannah, Georgia. D.C. Both consent decrees, if approved by the court, would settle the suits.